Pulp Mill Technical Assistant

Smurfit Westrock • Evadale, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pulp Mill Technical Assistant provides technical support for the Evadale mill’s pulp operations by monitoring, investigating, and evaluating performance and recommending improvements to quality, production, and cost. The mill produces packaging coated paperboard and operates two continuous digesters, atmospheric diffusers, two bleach plants, and a chlorine dioxide plant. The position reports directly to the Pulp Mill Superintendent.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in a related field, such as Chemical Engineering or Pulp and Paper Science.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Excel.
• Strong technical aptitude and analytical skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Nice To Haves

• Five or more years of Pulp Mill experience.
• SAP experience.
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze production reports to identify issues affecting production.
• Manage the Pulp Mill raw material program in partnership with purchasing and the internal supplies group.
• Lead root cause failure analysis and quality and cost improvement trials.
• Assist with the annual budget, including providing forecasts and reviewing monthly costs.
• Lead the departmental ISO compliance program.
• Promote safety and environmental compliance.
• Drive continuous process improvements in the pulp mill area.
• Lead cost-saving projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training and learning and development opportunities.
• Attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Relocation support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level