Your JobGeorgia-Pacific, LLC (GP) is hiring an
R&D Process Engineer for its Packaging and Cellulose Innovation Institute! This role supports manufacturing initiatives for the Mailers division, including new supplier onboarding, equipment installation, training, acceptance and performance testing, process and equipment upgrades, and process development.
The R&D Process Engineer must be able to communicate data clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences. We value a strong challenge process, so this individual should be open to others' ideas and recommendations to help drive the best outcomes for the Mailers division.
This role can be based out of our sites in Norcross, GA; Jonestown, PA; Tolleson, AZ with 50-75% travel.
What You Will Do- Act as the technical lead for evaluating, qualifying, and onboarding external suppliers
- Support the installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of new converting equipment and develop subject matter expertise (SME) on those systems
- Lead process improvement initiatives to increase OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), reduce waste, and lower costs
- Translate learnings and technology upgrades into actionable insights, and communicate findings to multiple sites and commercial teams
- Develop and execute experiments to troubleshoot issues and validate process changes
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)- Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related engineering discipline
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other software for data presentation (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Power BI, etc.)
- Experience with data analysis and/or statistical software (JMP, SAS, etc.)
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment
- Experience leading process improvement initiatives
- Must be willing and able to travel 50-75% based on project needs.
What Will Put You Ahead
- Two or more years of hands-on experience in roll-to-roll converting, paper manufacturing, or continuous web-coating environments
- Experience installing and commissioning equipment
- Experience with aqueous coatings and related converting applications
- Experience working in paper mills, corrugated manufacturing, and/or converting facilities
- Demonstrated experience designing and executing experiments and monitoring process data
- DMAIC/Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
Our BenefitsOur goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
