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Smurfit Westrock Process Engineer I in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina
Entry-Level Process Engineer
New Graduates Encouraged to Apply
Are you a recent or upcoming engineering graduate looking to launch your career in a hands-on manufacturing environment? As a Process Engineer, you will play a critical role in improving product quality, operating efficiency, and profitability through data-driven process improvements and technical problem-solving.
You\u2019ll partner closely with Operations, E&I, and Process Control teams to support mill objectives while driving continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.
Applicants must be authorized to work
for any employer in the U.S. Visa
sponsorship is not available
for this position.
How You Will Make an Impact:
Determine, evaluate, and implement process changes and trials to improve operating efficiency, performance, and process stability
Collaborate with Operations, E&I, and Process Control Engineers to gain a full understanding of mill processes and cross-functional impacts
Lead and coordinate raw material and process trials to drive continuous improvement within assigned operating areas
Serve as the owner and subject matter expert for Process Book, ensuring Distributed Control System (DCS) data and documentation remain accurate and current
Troubleshoot pump performance using pump curve analysis to evaluate design adequacy, wear, life expectancy, and performance issues
Track, analyze, and interpret process and production data to support recommendations and decision-making
Cleanse and analyze data using statistical and analytical methods to identify key variables and process drivers
Generate production and process monitoring reports and support daily troubleshooting activities
Share best practices and technical knowledge with peers across the organization
Communicate process performance and improvement results to operations and leadership in a clear, actionable manner
What You Need to Succeed:
Bachelor\u2019s degree in Engineering or Science; Chemical Engineering or Paper Science preferred
0-2 years of experiencein a process engineering role
Internships and co-op experience are strongly considered
Experience with plant information systems and Minitab
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills
Ability to clearly communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams
VBA and PI System experience preferred
Internship or co-op experience in the paper industry or a similar manufacturing environment preferred
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 safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.