Process Engineer

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.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

We have an opening for a Process Engineer to work in partnership with leadership and employees at our Stevenson Mill in Stevenson, Alabama. This is a developmental position with growth opportunity that will gain exposure to the operating process and functions. This position reports to and is mentored by department leadership. Stevenson is centrally located between Chattanooga, Tennessee and Huntsville, Alabama. This is a unionized facility with approximately 400 employees. 

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT WESTROCK:

• Improve the efficiency and cost of operations by working with Production and Maintenance departments
• Assist Operating departments by applying engineering approach to problem solving
• Work with hourly and salaried employees to improve mill results
• Become valued member of operating and maintenance team and learn supervisory skills

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or Pulp, Paper Science
• Must have initiative and excellent work ethics to progress into operations management positions
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Must have well developed written communication skills.
• Excellent planning, organizational, time management and prioritization skills.
• Proficient computer skills (including MS Office).

WestRock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans.