Position Overview
The Plant Engineer is responsible for ensuring the mechanical integrity, reliability, and compliance of facilities and equipment throughout the mill. This position provides technical leadership and subject matter expertise to support maintenance, engineering, and operations teams while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, building codes, and environmental requirements. The Plant Engineer plays a key role in risk mitigation, continuous improvement, equipment reliability, and safe operations across the facility.
Responsibilities
• Manage and support the mill's Mechanical Integrity Program including tanks, pressure vessels, safety relief valves, and tile chests.
• Develop inspection, maintenance, and reliability strategies to ensure safe and effective operation of critical assets.
• Troubleshoot equipment and facility-related issues to minimize downtime and improve operational performance.
• Evaluate, specify, install, and commission equipment and systems throughout the mill.
• Provide engineering oversight and support for facility infrastructure, including building roofs and structural systems, HVAC systems, fire protection systems, and underground utilities.
• Coordinate repairs, upgrades, and capital projects to maintain facility reliability and compliance.
• Ensure all projects, equipment, and facilities comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, building codes, and environmental requirements.
• Identify and address safety, health, and environmental risks associated with facility operations and engineering projects.
• Support risk mitigation initiatives and property loss prevention programs.
• Maintain accurate engineering and compliance documentation.
• Serve as a cross-functional Subject Matter Expert (SME) supporting maintenance, engineering, and operations teams.
• Provide technical guidance during equipment repairs, troubleshooting efforts, and capital project execution.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Maintain and develop technical expertise in equipment, facility systems, and applicable engineering standards.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, process, pulp and paper, or similar heavy industrial operations.
• Working knowledge of mechanical systems, facility infrastructure, and engineering principles.
• Strong troubleshooting, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and industrial safety standards.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and organizational levels.
• Ability to support occasional weekend duty coverage.
Compensation & Benefits
Green Bay Packaging Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. In addition to a competitive wage, we offer an excellent benefit package including access to our Employee Health and Wellness clinic, medical, dental, life, STD/LTD, and a company matching 401(k).
