Senior Process Engineer

Senior Process Engineer

At Irving Tissue, we recognize that the key to our success is our people. Irving Tissue is a leading manufacturer of premium tissue products – including national brands and private label. We pride ourselves in our commitment to providing the best quality products and exceptional service to our consumers and customers. We are also part of a larger organization that acts responsibly when it comes to sustainable practices that begins with a history rooted since 1957. We have planted 1.1 billion trees since then, and have been recognized as a Carbon Neutral Forest Supply Chain. We also manufacture private label diapers and training pants for North American retailers.
 

The Senior Process Engineer will be based out of Macon, Georgia (1897 Allen Road, 31216). Under the general direction of the Engineering Manager, the Senior Process Engineer’s main role is providing effective process engineering technical resources, continuous improvement development through Green Belt initiatives, systems, and support to Converting and Manufacturing (including Packaging, Product Development, People Development) in a timely manner to help the Organization achieve the business goals across Safety, Quality, Cost and Delivery. This is a permanent, full-time position.  
 

Are you an energetic individual with a Can-Do Attitude who is passionate about achieving results and driving improvement? At Irving Tissue, our culture inspires creativity, nurtures talent, and creates an inclusive workplace. Our employees can thrive and grow their careers across our diverse operating divisions. 
 

Job Requirements:

Education

• Post-secondary education (Engineering, Manufacturing or related technical field) 

Experience

• At least 10 years in a Process Engineering role, 5 years in a leadership role
• Experience with tissue making chemistry preferably TAD Technology
• Experience in a manufacturing environment including involvement in business improvement projects and techniques
• Project management skills coupled with the ability to deliver tangible business level results
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

 The main duties/responsibilities of this role include: 

• Development, implementation and maintenance of process engineering function
• Providing leadership, guidance and management of process engineering team
• In conjunction with production resources, provide process standardization (including SPC, centerlines)
• Provide technical support and leadership to ensure the site standards and processes are developed and compliance requirements are completed in MOC, Project, New to Site initiatives
• Provide a high performing team environment that delivers results that meet or exceed expectations
• Be the custodian and driver of methodical problem solving – providing skills, coaching and discipline to make sure that the appropriate level of rigor is applied to the problem solving process
• Proactively identify performance improvement opportunities (within the process engineering function for the team and individuals) that are directly linked with improving overall business goals
• Monitoring of allocated resources and cost control for projects and ongoing day to day activities, measuring and improving department efficiency, while providing effective and timely support to production 
   

What We Offer

Irving Tissue is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance effective 1st of month following start date
• 401K 100% match at 5% after 90 days of employment
• Health & wellness reimbursements
• Employee & family assistance programs
• Product purchase program
• Opportunities to take part in job related training and development
• Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Tissue and the larger network of the J.D. Irving group of companies
• Relocation costs (if applicable)

To Apply for this Career Opportunity 

Please apply online at https://careers.jdirving.com/. 

For further details, please contact Recruitment at icprecruitment@irvingconsumerproducts.com  

We appreciate your interest in our company! Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  
To learn more about our products and services, click here.  
 

Irving Tissue is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.