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.

Job Summary: The Senior Process Engineer is responsible for managing technical projects aimed at product and process problem-solving and/or improvements, cost reduction, and profitability improvement. Process Engineers provide technical assistance to the operating departments to help them achieve the mill’s goals and objectives while driving continuous process improvement.

 

Major Job Responsibilities:

Business Excellence

Determine and implement process changes and/or trials to improve operating efficiency and performance and minimize variationPartner with operations, Maintenance, and Process Control Engineers to make process improvementsProvide operators, other managers, and salaried employees with analytical support and problem-solving related to operating processesDrive continuous process improvement within an operating area through the coordination and management of raw material and other process trials (e.g. using an ingredient or process aid/chemical)Troubleshoot equipment performance Track and analyze data related to any trials, changes and continual production information to inform recommendations and decisions

 

People and Culture

Review and share best practices with peers in technical subject areas including computer software and systems (Plant Information System, Excel, quality data tracker, electronic log sheet)Regularly communicate process-related data to operations and management in readily consumable wayDeliver presentations to operations team and leadership providing an executive-level summary of Process Excellence projectsCritical Skills / Capabilities:Analytical: Logically processes information to produce insights in a consumable format; aggregates, cleanses, and disseminates data in structured formats to support better business decisions and improved performanceProcess-Oriented: Plans, designs, manages processes while focusing on refining and improving to increase efficiency and effectiveness; understands process inputs, activities, outputs, roles and sequencingProblem-Solving: Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternative solutions; makes recommendations; demonstrates tackling a problem by using a logical, systematic, or sequential approachCommunication: Clearly exchanges thoughts, ideas, and messages through written, verbal, and non-verbal methods that promote an understanding with the target audience; listens carefully and attentivelyInterpersonal: Can relate to and communicate effectively with others to build rapport and relationshipsOrganizational Skills: Plans, arranges and/or monitor's work to ensure achievement of desired results; establishes a systematic course of action to accomplish objectivesTime Management: Plans, prioritizes, and manages time spent on accomplishing tasks to increase productivity and efficiency; demonstrates awareness and control over amount of time spent on activities; meets deadlinesGrowth and Results Oriented: Demonstrates an interest, willingness and drive to learn new things; seeks to understand concepts, processes, and ideas within area of functional expertise; naturally inquisitive; sets meaningful goals for personal work productivityTechnical Skills:Proficient computer skills including experience with the following systems and applications:Microsoft Office – Excel (ability to script macros is preferred), Outlook, PowerPoint,

Word

Plant Information SystemMinitab

 

Other Qualifications:

To perform the duties of the job, this role requires:

Constantly ascending/descending stairs and foot stools up to 3 rungsConstantly ascending/descending ladders up to 10 feet tallConstantly ascending/descending ladders taller than 10 feet tallConstantly reaching by extending fingers on two handsConstantly reaching by extending two armsConstantly using fingers to grasp with two handsConstantly using fingers to pinch with two handsConstantly using fingers to type with two handsFrequently working atop of elevated surfaces for 10-30 minutes at a timeFrequently positioning oneself low to the ground in a crouching position for up to 10 minutes at a timeFrequently positioning oneself low to the ground in a kneeling position for 5-15 minutes at a timeOccasionally working in spaces up to three feet wide for 10-30 minutes at a timeOccasionally exerting force by pulling up to 30 lbs of weightOccasionally exerting force by pushing up to 30 lbs of weightOccasionally exerting force by lifting up to 30 lbs of weightThe spoken exchange of ideas to be performed loudly 75-100% of the timeThe spoken exchange of ideas to be performed quickly 75-100% of the timeThe safe and accurate preparation and analyzing of data and figures, monitoring of a computer terminal, or inspection of small defects or partsA repetitive motion, which entails frequent typingWork Environment:Frequently works indoors in an environment that is not climate controlled and has high temperaturesFrequently stands or walks for 1-2 hours at a timeHeavy industrial environment; required to wear PPE – ear plugs, hard hat, safety glasses, steel toed bootsExperience:Required: 15-20 years of experience in a process engineering role Preferred: Work experience in the paper industry

 

Education:Required: Bachelor’s degree or higher in science or engineering; chemical engineering preferred Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.