Process Engineer, Paper Mill

Irving Tissue; Town of Fort Edward (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K with company match

Health & Wellness Reimbursement

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Product Purchase Program

Training and development opportunities

Growth and progression opportunities

Relocation costs (if applicable)

Job summary

Irving Tissue seeks a Paper Mill Process Engineer to provide process engineering support for through air-dried technology equipment and utilities. The role also involves engineering leadership to operations and developing operators’ skill levels while upholding safety and professional conduct.

You will lead product and process improvement initiatives from concept through commercialization, manage capital projects, and collaborate with multiple departments to drive reliability, quality, and cost

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Pulp and Paper Engineering or Environmental Science.
• 1-5 years of relevant engineering experience in manufacturing or industrial settings.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate professionalism and adhere to site safety policies.
• Lead product and process improvement initiatives from concept through commercialization.
• Manage small to medium-sized capital projects, ensuring on-time completion and budget adherence.
• Provide technical leadership in design, optimization, and improvement of manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Collaborate with operators and cross-functional teams to develop and sustain SOPs and training materials.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through Kaizen events and problem-solving activities.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve complex technical issues using root cause analysis.

Skills

Process engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Pulp and Paper Engineering or Environmental Science

Job description

What We Offer:

Irving Tissue is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance effective 1st of the month following start date
• 401K with 5% company match eligible on the 1st of the month 30 days following your start date
• Health & Wellness Reimbursement
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Product Purchase Program
• Opportunities to take part in job related training and development
• Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Tissue and the larger network of the J.D. Irving group of companies
• Relocation costs (if applicable)

Job Description

What We Offer:

Irving Tissue is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance effective 1st of the month following start date
• 401K with 5% company match eligible on the 1st of the month 30 days following your start date
• Health & Wellness Reimbursement
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Product Purchase Program
• Opportunities to take part in job related training and development
• Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Tissue and the larger network of the J.D. Irving group of companies
• Relocation costs (if applicable)

Responsibilities

The Paper Mill Process Engineer is responsible for providing process engineering support to through air-dried technology equipment and utilities processes for the Paper Mill. The position is also responsible to provide engineering leadership to operations, and to participate in the development of skill levels in operators while d emonstrating professionalism, respect, and ethical conduct at all times while adhering to all site safety policies and expectations.

• Demonstrate professionalism, respect, and ethical conduct at all times while adhering to all site safety policies and expectations.
• Actively contribute to innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence by embracing the mindset of "Find a Better Way Every Day."
• Lead product and process improvement initiatives from concept through commercialization, including identifying opportunities, developing solutions, and delivering measurable business results.
• Manage small to medium-sized capital projects, ensuring completion on time and within budget, while supporting the planning, installation, and start-up of new equipment.
• Provide technical leadership in the design, optimization, and improvement of manufacturing processes and equipment to enhance quality, productivity, reliability, and cost performance.
• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of paper mill processes, equipment capabilities, production performance, and key operational indicators.
• Collaborate with operators, technicians, and cross-functional teams to develop, improve, and sustain standard operating procedures, training materials, and best practices.
• Support Continuous Improvement initiatives through participation and leadership in Kaizen events, problem-solving activities, and process optimization efforts.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve complex technical and operational issues using root cause analysis and sound engineering principles.
• Support equipment reliability by assisting with troubleshooting, maintenance planning, and coordination with OEMs and technical service providers as required.
• Build and apply expertise in engineering, scientific analysis, and project management while providing guidance and technical support to others.
• Lead and support cross-functional paper mill projects involving multiple departments (Converting, Maintenance, Engineering, Logistics, etc.), ensuring alignment, collaboration, and successful execution.
• Utilize data management systems to collect, analyze, and interpret operational data to support informed decision-making and continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Pulp and Paper Engineering or Environmental Science.
• 1-5 years of relevant engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

At Irving Tissue, we know the key to success is our people.

We are a leading manufacturer of premium quality tissue products – including national brands Royale® in Canada and Scotties® in the US - and private label.

We pride ourselves in our commitment to providing the best quality products and exceptional service to our consumers and customers.

Our parent company - J.D. Irving, Limited, is a responsible steward of the forests. J.D. Irving has planted more than 1 billion trees since 1957, and the Irving Forest Supply Chain, which includes Irving Tissue, was declared carbon neutral for the first time in 2020 and each full year since.