Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Summary description: 

The Process Engineer at the Hodge mill supports the mill operations teams by providing process engineering and technical services.  These services include data collecting, data analysis, reporting, software system administration, field trouble shooting, procedure writing, operations management systems development, lab test procedure development, capital project justification, safety leadership and quality management.  This role is expected to lead continuous improvement projects, mill initiatives and other tasks needed to improve mill operations.   This role works closely with the Technical and Environmental Manager on various projects needed throughout the mill.    

Task/responsibilities:

Production supportProcess ImprovementsQuality Control Management System Development 

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

 

Safety - Includes following safety rules and regulations, working to create and maintain good housekeeping, knowledge and use of safety equipment, active participation in safety effort, attending safety meetings, confronting others regarding safety, reporting incidents and near misses, and correcting unsafe conditions.

 

Composure - Is cool under pressure; does not become defensive or irritated when times are tough; is considered mature; can be counted on to hold things together during tough times; can handle stress; is not knocked off balance by the unexpected; doesn’t show frustration when resisted or blocked; is a settling influence in a crisis.

 

Managing Diversity – Manages all kinds and classes of people equitably; deals effectively with all races, nationalities, cultures, disabilities, ages and both sexes; hires variety and diversity without regard to class, supports equal and fair treatment and opportunity for all.

 

Ethics and Values – Adheres to an appropriate (for the setting) and effective set of core values and beliefs during both good and bad times; acts in line with those values; rewards the right values and disapproves of others; practices what he/she preaches.

 

Integrity and Trust – Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual; can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner; keep confidences; admits mistakes; doesn’t misrepresent him/herself for personal gain.

 

Listening – Practices attentive and active listening; has the patience to hear people out; can accurately restate the opinions of others even when he/she disagrees.

 

Written Communications – Is able to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication setting and styles; can get messages across that have the desired effect.

Knowledge/skills

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Senior Process Engineer should be strong in data analysis and data analysis tools such as Pi, Excel and Six Sigma concepts.  This person should also be strong in critical thinking and be able to think outside the box for non-traditional solutions to production issues. It is also important to be able to effectively communicate ideas and findings through written reports and emails.

 

Critical learning experiences

More than 3 years of relative work experience in manufacturing or engineeringBachelor’s Degree Preferred degree in Engineering

 

 

 

 

 

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.