Sr Process Engineer - OCC

Domtar Corporation; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Sr Process Engineer to enhance operational excellence in a dynamic environment. This role focuses on safety, quality improvements, and process optimization, requiring a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will leverage their extensive experience in OCC Operations to drive cost reductions and foster a culture of innovation. Join a supportive team that values your contributions and offers ample opportunities for professional growth and development in a thriving industry.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Supportive Working Environment

Opportunities for Learning and Growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in OCC Operations with expert-level knowledge.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to lead process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety and quality improvements while supporting process optimization.
• Guide teams during troubleshooting and empower decision-making.

Skills

Process Troubleshooting

Analytical Problem-Solving

Lean Manufacturing Tools

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Organizational Skills

Education

B.S. in Chemical Engineering

B.S. in Paper Science

Tools

ParcView

SAP

Job description

Sr Process Engineer - OCC

Location: Kingsport, Kingsport Packaging (KP03), US, 37660

Department: Process Engineering (EN01)

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

The location in Kingsport, TN is seeking talent to fill the position of Sr Process Engineer – OCC. This role’s primary responsibilities include promoting safety, quality improvements, new product development, process optimization, and cost reduction while supporting the high-performance work system. Utilization of continuous improvement methodologies is essential in this role for efficient problem solving and execution of process improvements. The Process Engineer reports to the Power & OCC Area Manager and helps drive operational excellence by instilling a continuous improvement mindset in the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Organizational Effectiveness
  • Guide Operational work teams during technical troubleshooting while engaging and empower them to make decisions
  • Provide technical training to workforce on process improvements and process changes
  • Work effectively with every level of the organization
  • Help build a continuous improvement mindset within the organization
  • Educate employees and introduce lean manufacturing tools
  • Build DMS tools, dashboards and quality systems for fiber fractionation, contaminate removal, material balance, screen and cleaner operation to ensure that employees have necessary tools to make good decisions
• Process Optimization
  • Identify cost reduction projects and work with teams to achieve results
  • Develop and run trials for process mass balance, yield, & stickies
  • Develop training materials for operators
  • Develop tools for continuous monitoring
• Quality
  • Work with management and Operational work teams to utilize the human performance improvement (HPI) process, identifying root-cause off-quality events and driving permanent solutions
  • Organize and track solutions in Enablon system (mill-wide database)
• Utilize lean tools (6 Sigma, DMAIC, FMEA, etc.) to assist with leading team efforts to identify continuous improvement projects
• Safety
  • Be a safety advocate, lead by example
  • Drive team efforts to identify root cause of issues, identify permanent corrective actions, document in mill-wide database, and provide follow-up
• Suppliers / External Technical Resources
  • Interface with external technical resources and suppliers to initiate cost reduction, quality enhancement, and process improvement trials

Required Qualifications

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Paper Science, or related field from an accredited university
• Minimum eight (8) years’ experience utilizing expert level knowledge for process troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving in OCC Operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• A proven high-level of troubleshooting skills - analytical, critical thinking and problem solving
• Advanced experience, knowledge and understanding of safe work practices
• Experience identifying process changes and improvements
• Ability to prioritize and make sound decisions, and resolve issues efficiently and effectively
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with various departments and individuals (internal and external)
• Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to multi-task
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Results focused and detail-oriented
• Excellent computer skills - working knowledge of ParcView and SAP would be an asset
• Experience in Power Generation and Wastewater Treatment
• Interpretation and application of a collective bargaining agreement
• Good working knowledge of mill operations
• Experience in 100% Recycle Mill
• Experience in OCC Plant Start Up & Optimization