Description & Requirements
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.
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’ll 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’s 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
Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.
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.
