Process Engineer IV – Paper Production & Lean Six Sigma

Sappi; Cloquet (MN); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Sappi North America in Cloquet, MN is seeking a Process Engineer to support paper production, improve safety, quality, and efficiency, and partner with area engineers. The role focuses on optimizing chemical and mechanical processes and driving continuous improvement.

The candidate will complete Lean Six Sigma training and mentor co-ops/interns, while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. A BS in Chemical Engineering or Paper Science is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Paper Science.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Proficy, SAP, MES (MICS), Minitab).
• Lean Six Sigma Black or Green Belt certification is a plus.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sappi does not provide visa sponsorship.
• Valid driver's license with demonstrated safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assure and contribute to a safe work environment.
• Provide technical support for the mill with concentration in Paper Production.
• Partner with area production engineers and other operating personnel to meet productivity, quality, cost and safety goals.
• Provide engineering solutions through data analysis to support quality assurance, customer complaint evaluations, and process improvements.
• Lead projects to optimize chemical and mechanical processes, product conformance to specifications, and product development.
• Complete Lean Six Sigma training and lead continuous improvement projects.
• Provide mentoring and direction to department co-ops and/or interns.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Lean Six Sigma knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Paper Science

Tools

Proficy MES

SAP

MES (MICS)

Minitab

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sappi North America in Cloquet, MN is seeking a Process Engineer to support paper production, improve safety, quality, and efficiency, and partner with area engineers. The role focuses on optimizing chemical and mechanical processes and driving continuous improvement.

The candidate will complete Lean Six Sigma training and mentor co-ops/interns, while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. A BS in Chemical Engineering or Paper Science is required.