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Pulp Mill Technical Assistant

Smurfit Westrock

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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Buna, TX
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Smurfit Westrock is hiring a Pulp Mill Technical Assistant. The Technical Assistant for the Pulp Mill provides technical support by monitoring, investigating, evaluating, and making recommendations for improving quality, quantity, and cost in the Pulp Mill. This role reports directly to the Pulp Mill Superintendent and impacts Smurfit Westrock by identifying issues, managing raw materials, leading root cause analysis, and assisting with budget management.

Key focus areas include Review and analyze production reports to identify issues impacting production, Manage Pulp Mill raw material program by partnering with purchasing and internal supplies group, and Lead root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and quality and cost improvement trials.

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree In Chemical Engineering Or Pulp And Paper Science. Important skills include Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, Technical Aptitude, Analytical Skills, Communication, and Problem Solving. Preferred (not required): SAP.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Microsoft Office SuiteExcelTechnical AptitudeAnalytical SkillsCommunicationProblem SolvingTroubleshootingSAP

Qualifications

BS Degree in Related FieldBS in Chemical EngineeringBS in Pulp and Paper Science5+ Years Pulp Mill ExperienceSix Sigma Green Belt Certification

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Position: Mill Technical Assistant (Pulp Mill)

Job Code: MOPOP3 + Sr. Specialist, Mfg Ops

Location: Evadale, TX

The Opportunity:

The Evadale mill produces high quality packaging coated paperboard and is highly profitable.

The Technical Assistant for the Pulp Mill provides technical support by monitoring, investigating, evaluating, and making recommendations for improving quality, quantity, and cost in the Pulp Mill. The Evadale Mill has Two continuous digesters, atmospheric diffusers, two bleach plants and a Clo2 plant.

The Technical Assistant Pulp Mill reports directly to the Pulp Mill Superintendent.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

  • Review and analyze production reports to identify issues impacting production.

  • Manage Pulp Mill raw material program by partnering with purchasing and internal supplies group.

  • Lead root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and quality and cost improvement trials.

  • Assist with the management of annual budget, providing forecasts and reviewing monthly costs.

  • Lead the departmental ISO compliance program.

  • Actively promote safety and environmental compliance.

  • Other duties as assigned.

  • Continuous process improvements in the pulp mill area.

  • Cost saving projects.

What you will need to succeed:

  • BS Degree in a related field such as Chemical Engineering or Pulp and Paper Science.

  • 5 years or more of Pulp Mill experience preferred.

  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite including MS Excel is required.

  • Strong technical aptitude and analytical skills.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

  • SAP experience preferred.

  • Six Sigma green belt certification preferred.

What we offer:

  • Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.

  • Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.

  • An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential

  • Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and much more!

  • A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

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.

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.

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