Paper Process Engineer

Paper Process Engineer

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Location :

United States, Chicago, Illinois

1. Job skills Engineering and Project Management

2. Type Permanent

Job id 163830

Salary Negotiable

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Ashley Powers

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Our client, a leading manufacturer of food packaging products, is seeking a Paper Process Engineer to join their team in Chicago, IL.

You will play a key role in managing and improving process control systems—from raw materials to finished products. This is an exciting opportunity to lead projects, optimize production efficiency, and drive innovation in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What You Will Do

• Manage and complete projects of varying sizes and durations

• Coordinate with engineers, technicians, and designers to optimize processes

• Lead process failure investigations and implement long-term solutions

• Conduct feasibility studies for fabrication and processing improvements

• Assist with assembly and disassembly of process equipment

• Troubleshoot and implement engineering solutions to enhance operations

• Develop and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for equipment and processes

• Work closely with production teams to improve efficiency and product quality

• Create test parameters and analyze performance data for process optimization

• Develop and execute continuous improvement plans

• Mentor and guide junior engineers

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in engineering or related field of study and three (3) years of related engineering experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

• Experience analyzing production equipment, processes and materials and solving issues

• Proven experience in project management

• Strong coordination and leadership skills

• Ability to conduct feasibility studies and troubleshoot engineering issues

• Experience in developing SOPs and continuous improvement plans

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

• Ability to mentor and guide junior engineers

• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time, additional travel may be required during critical projects or business demands

• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license and passport

• Valid driver’s license and favorable motor vehicle report upon hire

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We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.