Process Engineer

Menominee, MI

$75,000 - $90,000

Embark on an exciting career with BiOrigin Specialty Products, where we've honed the art of crafting exceptional specialty paper and tissue products for years. Our innovations aren't just limited to paper – they're dynamic solutions designed to tackle a myriad of challenges. Imagine being part of a team that develops antimicrobial coatings, combating germs in medical settings, or creating water-based barriers that lock in flavors for our esteemed Food Service clients. At BiOriginSP, we don't just produce paper; we engineer versatile solutions.

 Join the foundation of our paper-making excellence as a Process Engineer at our Menominee, Michigan paper mill! We're looking for hardworking individuals who are ready to roll up their sleeves and contribute to the essential tasks that keep our operations running smoothly. As a crucial part of our team, you'll be hands-on in the production process, assisting in various aspects of paper manufacturing. If you're up for the challenge, eager to learn, and ready to be a vital part of our paper-making journey, this is your opportunity to make a tangible impact.

 What we need from you:

• Lead process optimization opportunities based on input from management, operators, customers, consumers, industry leaders, and maintenance personnel.
• Coordinate all aspects of trials related to process optimization / improvement to include; defining associated costs/savings; process changes required; performing risk/benefit analysis; documenting and communicating results, conclusions, and recommendations to the business.
• Identify, test and trial, and implement potential new fiber sources.
• Manage chemical supplier activities and set priorities for said activities.
• Keep current with industry process advancements.
• Collect, trend and present data to determine and correct problems.
• Initiate specification and procedural changes to improve quality and minimize production raw material costs.
• Track and analyze quality data, costs, and raw material usage to identify problems before there is a negative impact on the business.
• Update production specs to minimize costs while maintaining all quality parameters.
• Work closely with crews and Quality Department to make sure products produced meet all quality specifications.
• Help develop, implement, and maintain Policies and Procedures that align with SQF requirements to maintain SQF certification. These include GMP, Food Defense, HACCP, and Food Safety. 
• Lead process troubleshooting efforts which include chemical and physical analysis, data collection and analysis, fault analysis, and recommendation of corrective action.

 Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Pulp & Paper Engineering, or equivalent experience required.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word required. 
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have a high level of understanding of papermaking test methods and data interpretation.
• Must be highly proficient with analysis of large amounts of data.

 What you get from us:

• Medical insurance
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Prescription Drug Benefit
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Health Savings account
• Paid time off and Paid Holidays 

BiOrigin Specialty Products provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

As a frontrunner in eco-friendly specialty paper, packaging, and tissue, we're not just a trusted wholesale supplier; we're the pioneers of sustainability. Join us as we continue to thrive, grow, and manufacture some of the most outstanding sustainable paper and tissue products in North America.

Apply now and be a driving force behind the innovation that defines BiOrigin Specialty Products! https://www.bioriginsp.com/careers.html