Process Engineer

Duluth, MN - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 85000 - 90000

Posted on: 10 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Process Engineer

Duluth MN

Sofidel America a subsidiary of the Sofidel Group is a leading manufacturer of paper products globally. Established in 2012 within the United States and headquartered in Horsham PA Sofidel America operates manufacturing plants in ten states including Minnesota. With subsidiaries in 15 countries and over 7500 employees worldwide Sofidel Group is dedicated to producing high-quality paper for hygienic and domestic use.

The Duluth location is undergoing rapid expansion making it an exciting time to join our team. Our workforce is engaged dependable and values team-based culture. Apply today if you are looking for a workplace where you can grow and develop within the organization and build a career. An ideal team member is highly organized and interested in a team-based work setting. Join our team today!

This role will provide support and technical leadership on projects capital and operational/technical issues resolution and quality/cost improvement to the Duluth Mill.

This role pays an annual salary of $85000 - $90000 depending on experience.

Essential Job Functions:

Provide technical assistance to resolve production and maintenance issues.
Assist in setting priorities for technical projects; provide leadership and technical resources for installation start-up and training for new projects.
Make inspections of operations checking progress of projects quality and process troubleshooting reviewing operations data conferring with operations personnel on problems etc.
Assist in resolving daily quality and operating problems and improving operations.
Conduct weekly and monthly chemical inventories ordering the necessary chemical products to ensure continuous mill operations.
Be the primary contact for all chemical related vendors.
Track chemical costs
Conduct routine meetings with vendors to ensure they are operating safely and are engaged in our processes.
Maintain the SDS system.
Perform research conduct trials and recommend changes to improve the operation.
Analyze mill processes and procedures monitor industry technological developments and recommend projects as appropriate.
Lead efforts toward improving quality and runnability.
Lead efforts toward improving costs.
Provide problem solving and analytical skills and leadership.
Develop and maintain effective communication and working relationships with maintenance leadership and technicians; as well as personnel in other Sofidel mills.
Provide assistance to environmental lead with site sample collection and various monitoring activities.
Be a part of the on-call rotation.

Job Requirements:

Bachelors degree in pulp and paper science chemical engineering or mechanical engineering. At least two years of process engineering experience in an industrial setting preferred but not required. Or any equivalent combination of education training and experience
Analyze data organize it so others find it useful and make decisions based on data.
Ability to read P&IDs and mechanical drawings.
Possess effective problem solving and project planning skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Skilled in statistical analysis and statistical process control.
Demonstrate a dedicated commitment to safety.
Contribute to a collaborative team environment.
Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to learn and perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:		Lift/Carry Requirements:
Stand	F (Frequently)	10 lbs. or less	F (Frequently)
Walk	F (Frequently)	11-20 lbs.	O (Occasionally)
Sit	F (Frequently)	21-50 lbs.	O (Occasionally)
Handling /Fingering	C (Constantly)	51- 100 lbs.	O (Occasionally)
Reach Outward	C (Constantly)	Over 100 lbs.	N (Not Applicable)
Speak	F (Frequently)
Hear Clearly	F (Frequently)
Reach Above Shoulder	O (Occasionally)
Climb	O (Occasionally)
Crawl	O (Occasionally)
Squat or Kneel	O (Occasionally)
Bend	O (Occasionally)
Key
N (Not Applicable)	Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally)	Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs/day)
F (Frequently)	Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)
C (Constantly)	Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs/day)

Other Physical Requirements

Vision (Near Distance Color Peripheral Depth Perception)
Sense of Sound (within normal range) and touch

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when in the plant and warehouse areas. PPE will include safety shoes eye and ear protection reflective vests and hairnets or hats along with any other necessary protection. Temperatures in the plant/warehouse can range a great deal from season to season. The employee will be exposed to considerable paper dust and employees will also be exposed to noise levels that will require hearing protection.

EEO Statement:

Sofidel America is an equal opportunity employer. Sofidel America is committed to all federal state and local laws and regulations pertaining to equal order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants employment decision at the company will be based on merit qualifications and abilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or veteran status. This policy extends to all terms conditions and privileges of employment as well as the use of all Sofidel America facilities.

ADA Statement for Accommodation:

Sofidel America complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.

Required Experience:

Process EngineerDuluth MNSofidel America a subsidiary of the Sofidel Group is a leading manufacturer of paper products globally. Established in 2012 within the United States and headquartered in Horsham PA Sofidel America operates manufacturing plants in ten states including Minnesota. With subsidia...