Process Engineer Sr Position Available In Richmond, Georgia

Process Engineer Sr

Job Category:

Engineering

Requisition Number:

PROCE002417

Posting Details

Posted:

April 2, 2025
Full-Time
On-site
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Augusta
Augusta, GA 30906, USA Job Details
Description Where you will work Clearwater Paper is a premier independent supplier of paperboard packaging products to North American converters. Headquartered in Spokane, Washington, our team produces high-quality paperboard that provides sustainable packaging solutions for consumer goods and food service applications. Our business thrives on the foundation of our talented team members. Embodying our core values of commitment, collaboration, communication, courage, and character, we foster an environment where every person is safe, respected, and valued. Through community giving, a matching gift program, employee volunteerism, and more, we support the communities where we live and work. For additional information, please visit our website at www.clearwaterpaper.com. What you will do Sr. Process Engineer Performs chemical engineering work in the analysis, planning and control of the manufacturing process for the production of pulp and paper products. Performs engineering work related to the operation of process equipment including process and machine trials, daily process troubleshooting and problem solving, improving equipment productivity and efficiency, material consumption reduction, working with chemical and equipment suppliers to implement continuous improvements and overseeing and leading manufacturing optimization projects. Job Responsibilities Assists in the planning and implementation of process trials in the major production areas including Finished Products (Paper), Pulp Mill and Power & Recovery
Leads Continuous Improvement projects designed to improve/increase productivity, process efficiency, chemical use reduction, cost reduction and new product development.
Assists with the development of process work systems including Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), Operator Rounds, Flow Charting, Trouble-Cause-Correction (TCC’s), Lockout/Tagout Procedures, Training Materials, etc.
Drive best practices in safe operations and ensure the safety of all operations, maintenance and support personnel.
Proficient at extracting and analyzing data with knowledge of Plant Information System (PI), PARCView or other data historian system.
Must be a team player and function well with other process groups including Operations, Maintenance, Process Control, Project Engineering, Safety, Environmental and Finance
Ability to work with chemical and equipment suppliers to research process equipment, obtain quotes and make recommendations for purchase.
Must be a self-starter, self-directed, self-motivator and learn to effectively multi-task.
Familiarity with Continuous Improvement processes or DMAIC training would be a plus.
Provides engineering support during scheduled or annual outages.
Other Duties as assigned. Key Competencies & Attributes Prompt and on time, every time
Integrity & Trust
Action Oriented
Learning on the Fly
Drive for Results What you will need Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Pulp and Paper Science
Minimum 5 years of experience required; Paper Machine experience preferred
Skilled in utilization of Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), preferably JDE.
Multi-tasking skills with the ability to meet deadlines on a continuous basis.
Skilled in Microsoft Project, Excel and Word.
High speed manufacturing environment, sustained exposure to high frequency noises, multiple hours standing, walking on concrete surfaces
Personal Protective Equipment required in mill environment.
Dirt, noise, odor, & temperature extremes.
Climbing stairs, ladders, and scaffolding
Exposure to hazardous chemicals used in manufacturing process
Able to work a 12-hour rotating shift which includes nights, days, weekends, and holidays. Total Rewards We prioritize an exceptional workplace experience, offering a comprehensive total reward package. This position is eligible for our Incentive Plan. Compensation ranges are estimates based on market data. Actual offers account for internal equity and candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and geographic location. Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and more, generally begin after 30 days. Our paid time off will include vacation days, personal days, and company holidays. For more on our compensation philosophy, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team at Talent.

Acquisition@clearwaterpaper.com. Clearwater Paper will not offer sponsorship for employment-based visa status (including, but not limited to, H-1B visa status and other employment-based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require Clearwater Paper’s sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States. #Clearwater Paper