What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Engineer I position at Dunn Paper Inc?
Join the foundation of our paper-making excellence as a Process Engineer at our Ladysmith 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.
- Manage chemical and fiber trial activities and set priorities for said activities.
- Collect, trend and present data to determine and correct problems.
- Initiate specification and procedural changes to improve quality and minimize production costs.
- Track and analyze quality data, costs, and 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, maintenance, and leadership to make sure products produced meet all quality specifications.
- 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 be proficient with analysis of large amounts of data.