WestRock Company · 6 hours ago
Sr. Manufacturing CI Engineer - Pulp Pwr Rec
East Hodge, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expWestRock Company is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. The Sr. Manufacturing CI Engineer supports the Pulp, Power, and Recovery operations by improving processes and implementing projects to enhance productivity and efficiency while ensuring safety and compliance.
CommercialManufacturingPackaging ServicesPaper ManufacturingSustainability
Responsibilities
Support and oversee PPR projects and implementation while leading efforts in improving our existing PPR processes to safely enhance productivity and efficiency within the organization
Analyzing existing processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement with a focus on providing solutions, increasing efficiency, reducing costs, and improving product quality
Acting as the primary technical support for PPR areas. Diagnosing and resolving problems, improving reliability in real-time. Analyze existing workflows and identify areas for improvement, recommending changes to minimize bottlenecks and streamline operations
Identifying inefficiencies, bottlenecks using analytical data and problem-solving skills to develop and implement solutions that enhance process reliability.A proactive approach to monitoring process performance and leveraging data driven insight while optimizing PPR operations for sustained organizational growth
Creating, modifying, and maintaining critical process documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Emergency Operating Procedures (EOP), and standard work instructions
Working with safety, environmental and quality to ensure all processes meet company standards and government regulations
Developing, leading, and improving new PPR projects, process upgrades, new equipment installations and providing technical and training support for each project
Monitor the performance of PPR processes, using metrics and KPIs to assess their effectiveness and proactively manage continuous improvement daily. Collaborate with the PPR Assistant Superintendents and team members to ensure systems are aligned with process standards while optimizing process improvement initiatives
Qualification
Required
5 Manufacturing Process Engineers with 3-5 years of hands-on experience in a production setting
Bachelor's degree in engineering – preferred degree in Chemical Engineering
Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret PPR process data while utilizing data analysis tools, e.g., Pi, Fishbone, 5 Whys, Six Sigma concepts and Excel, Word, PowerPoint for reporting
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address safety and environmental compliance, improve quality, and innovate practical solutions to achieve production goals and reliability
Strong project management skills for overseeing safety, environmental, quality and production initiatives
Streamline the operations by identifying bottlenecks and providing support while implementing strategic solutions
Partner with teams from diverse departments and align project goals with organizational objectives
Identifying inefficiencies and bottlenecks, process troubleshooting by use of analytical data and problem-solving skills to design and implement solutions that enhance process reliability
Creating detailed visual representations of workflows to identify PPR inefficiencies, bottlenecks and proactively facilitating operational process improvements
Demonstrates safety as a core value with an unwavering commitment to colleagues and his or her own personal safety
Drives operational excellence by crafting seamless, efficient, and sustainable production systems demonstrating grit, perseverance and a passion for problem-solving and continuous improvement
Someone who enjoys working with others and is team oriented in solving complex challenges throughout PPR
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to clearly convey complex technical concepts, prepare detailed reports, and effectively interface with diverse stakeholders
The ability to lead and motivate as well as collaborate effectively with cross-functional production teams and SMEs across the organization
Focuses on accuracy, detailed data for monitoring progress, ensuring compliance, and reporting factual documentation
Thrives on mastering new skills and sees every challenge as an opportunity to develop technical and operational skill sets
Preferred
Chemical Engineering
Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt)
Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE)
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Company
WestRock Company
Smurfit Westrock is the global leader of paper-based packaging solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2023-09-12Acquired
2015-07-02IPO
Leadership Team
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Samuel Shoemaker
President, Consumer Packaging
Recent News
2026-01-09
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