Process Engineer

PROCESS ENGINEER
This position in Nippon Dynawave Packaging reports to the Energy & Utilities Manager providing troubleshooting, analysis, and technical assistance on multiple projects.
Key Functions:

• Analysis, planning and control of the manufacturing process for the production, reliability, optimization and continued improvement of pulp and paper products.
• Develop plans and lead efforts to achieve safe, reliable and cost effective operations.
• Build capability of operating team to monitor, track and achieve unit and mill performance metrics.
• Function as area technical lead for product development, trials, and chemical hazard management.
• Support area operators through technical training and development including certification of operational competencies.
• Support area process planning and execution for planned maintenance outages and the annual plant shutdowns.
• Participate in unit leadership team providing input to unit goals, focus areas, and initiatives.
• Monitor and maintain test equipment.
• Customer interface and issue resolution.
• Evaluation of chemicals and processes for continuous improvement and cost reduction.
• Development of software programs to streamline mill monitoring and reporting.
• Assist the mill in various technical services; functions as the "go to" technical resource.
• The position is a mix of office work, computer work and field work.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering or Pulp and Paper Technology
• Internship or work experience in the Pulp and Paper Industry desirable
• Practical understanding of statistical process control and application
• Strong computer proficiency with Microsoft Office products
• Ability to work with operators, management, suppliers and customers
• Strong oral and written communication, team building and technical skills
• Ability to work extended hours and off shifts to meet operational needs
• Must be self-motivate and able to work with a minimum of supervision
• Must be able to work independently and handle multiple projects
• Must have strong problem solving skills

Benefits
At NDP, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. As well as a Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive 20+ Paid Vacation, Holidays, Personal Days and an annual discretionary Bonus.
About Nippon Dynawave Packaging in Longview, WA:
The Longview Liquid Packaging facility produces bleached paperboard used to make cartons and cups for liquids such as milk, juice, coffee, and sake. The facility employs about 500 people and produces 260,000 metric tons of paperboard each year -- the equivalent of 6 billion liter-sized milk cartons. Weyerhaeuser launched the Longview Liquid Packaging business in 1953 and operated the facility until its acquisition by Nippon Paper Industries (NPI).
The facility began a new era under NPI ownership on September 1, 2016, operating as Nippon Dynawave Packaging. As a long-time customer of Longview's liquid packaging board, NPI brings a new level of understanding and commitment to the Liquid Packaging business, which bodes well for the future strength and success of the Longview facility.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran