R&D Process Engineer — Onsite Tech Lead (50–75% Travel)

Georgia Pacific Corp.; Tolleson (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific LLC is seeking an R&D Process Engineer to support the Mailers division in packaging and cellulose innovation. Responsibilities include supplier onboarding, equipment installation, training, testing, upgrades, and process development across multiple sites with 50-75% travel.

The role requires a chemical/mechanical engineering background, data presentation skills, and experience in manufacturing. Opportunities span the GP Innovation Institute and Koch facilities nationwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related discipline.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data presentation tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Power BI, etc.).
• Experience with data analysis and/or statistical software (JMP, SAS, etc.).
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading process improvement initiatives.
• Willingness to travel 50-75% based on project needs.

Responsibilities

• Act as technical lead for evaluating, qualifying, and onboarding external suppliers.
• Support installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of new converting equipment and develop SME on those systems.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to increase OEE, reduce waste, and lower costs.
• Translate learnings into actionable insights and communicate findings across sites and teams.
• Develop and execute experiments to troubleshoot issues and validate process changes.

Skills

Data analysis experience

Communication to varied audiences

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical/ mechanical engineering or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Power BI

JMP

SAS

Job description

Georgia-Pacific LLC is seeking an R&D Process Engineer to support the Mailers division in packaging and cellulose innovation. Responsibilities include supplier onboarding, equipment installation, training, testing, upgrades, and process development across multiple sites with 50-75% travel.

The role requires a chemical/mechanical engineering background, data presentation skills, and experience in manufacturing. Opportunities span the GP Innovation Institute and Koch facilities nationwide.