Process Engineer (5356)

Process Engineer - This position supports safety and the day-to-day operations of the paper machines, as well as maintenance, reliability, productivity, capital implementation and continuous improvement.This position assists in managing the team, daily work backlogs and juggling the daily schedule. It also includes planning shutdown work, safety training, root cause failure analysis, design improvements, and other project management critical to achieving OME of the paper department. Adapts to the changing business needs, provides assistance and direction to coworkers and subordinates.Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:Support, develop, and implement safety procedures and policiesHelp manage day to day operations and coordinate with maintenanceHelp manage raw materials with the day-to-day grade schedule on the paper machinesMachine downtime supportSupport implementing process and procedure changesOwn and implement continuous improvement projects including process development, capital project development and implementation, cost reduction projects to support Safety, Acceptance, and Availability*Internally: General Management/Leadership communication skills (written and verbal) with all team membersExternally: General Management/Leadership communication skills (written and verbal) with vendors, customers, and external team members asWork Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Paper Science or Engineering, or equivalent experienceMinimum of 2 years' experience in paper manufacturing operationsStrong cost savings awareness and ability of continuous improvementApplicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basisRequired Competencies: Good written and verbal communication skills as well as teamwork skillsFluent written and spoken EnglishCore Competencies: Integrity and Trust, Problem Solving,Decision Quality, Action Oriented, Managerial Courage, Peer RelationshipsOther Competencies Required: Business Acumen, Customer Focus, Priority Setting, Process Management, Interpersonal Savvy, Listening, Command Skills, Motivating Others, Directing Others, Developing Direct Reports, Confronting Direct Reports, some travel required.Must have experience working with union workforceAhlstrom is a global leader in combining fibers into sustainable specialty materials. Join our journey to create a more sustainable world with products and solutions that Purify and Protect, with Every Fiber, for a Sustainable World. Our three divisions, Filtration and Life Sciences, Food and Consumer Packaging, and Protective Materials, address global trends with safe and sustainable solutions.We are deeply committed to building and maintaining safe and inclusive environment and culture, where everyone feels valued and respected. At Ahlstrom, we all have equal opportunities to belong and reach our full potential.Our net sales in 2024 amounted to EUR 3.0 billion and we employ some 6,800 people. Read more at www.ahlstrom.com