Process Engineer - Production

Ahlstrom-5; De Pere (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Ahlstrom is seeking a Process Engineer at its De Pere, Wisconsin plant. The role has responsibility for safety, quality, production, cost and product development objectives of a paper machine process line, working closely with the Machine Manager and production team.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and a strong emphasis on continuous improvement, leadership, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering field (Mechanical, Paper Science, Chemical, Electrical or related degree).
• Related experience preferred.
• High safety awareness and focus on injury prevention.
• Quality mindset with emphasis on continuous improvement.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Project management and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Aptitude for learning new software systems.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Assist in safety, productivity, quality, efficiency, cost control, compliance, and housekeeping objectives of the process line.
• Support Machine Manager in leading a paper machine process line, including daily and long-term activities.
• Facilitate operations/maintenance efforts and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide Team Members with needed equipment and training resources.
• Provide guidance to Team Members to foster individual growth.
• Manage assigned projects to successful completion.
• Provide technical support for product development trials.
• Learn and assist in deployment of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma tools.
• Lead investigations for safety, quality, or operations issues.
• Follow manufacturing and hygiene processes, procedures and policies to meet compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Learning new software

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical, Paper Science, Chemical, Electrical)

Tools

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Job description

You have a choice of where you want to work! We invite you along on our journey to Purify and Protect, with Every Fiber, for a Sustainable World. We aim to attract, retain, and energize passionate people,like you, by investing in your professional development and providing opportunities for personal growth.
Do your values align with ours? Accountability, Growth mindset, One team,Care and a fair and inclusive work environment for everyone, everywhere!
We strive to meet the highest standards of corporate citizenship by protecting the health and safety of our team, safeguarding the environment, and creating a long-lasting, positive impact on the communities where we do business. Are you with us?!?

Ahlstrom is seeking a Process Engineer at their plant in De Pere, Wisconsin. This position has responsibility for the achievement of safety, quality, production, cost, and product development objectives of a paper machine process line. This position works closely with the Machine Manager and production Team Members to achieve these objectives in a safe, team-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assisting in the achievement of safety, productivity, quality, efficiency, cost control, compliance, and housekeeping objectives of the process line
• Support Machine Manager in leading a paper machine process line, including daily and long term activities
• Facilitate operations/maintenance efforts and drive continuous improvement
• Provide Team Members with needed equipment and training resources
• Provide guidance to Team Members to foster individual growth
• Manage assigned projects to successful completion
• Provide technical support for product development trials
• Learn and assist in the deployment of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma tools
• Lead investigations for safety, quality, or operations issues
• Must follow Ahlstrom’s manufacturing and hygiene processes, procedures and policies, as applicable, to the position’s areas of responsibility, in order to meet and maintain the safety, quality, and regulatory compliance requirements for each grade of paper

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering field (Mechanical, Paper Science, Chemical, Electrical or related degree)
• Related experience preferred
• High safety awareness and focus on injury prevention
• Quality mindset with an emphasis on continuous improvement
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Project management and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Aptitude for learning new software systems
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Ahlstrom is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal opportunity is a sound and just concept to which we are firmly bound. Ahlstrom will not engage in discrimination against, or harassment of, any person employed or seeking employment with our company based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, non-disqualifying disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

About Us.
Ahlstrom is a global leader in combining fibers into sustainable specialty materials. Our purpose is to Purify and Protect, with Every Fiber, for a Sustainable World. We aim to be the Preferred Sustainable Specialty Materials Company for all our stakeholders. Our Filtration and Life Sciences, Food and Consumer Packaging, and Protective Materials segments, along with the Performance Materials Cluster, address global trends with safe and sustainable solutions. Our net sales in 2025 amounted to EUR 2.9 billion and we employ some 7,000 people.