R&D Process Engineer

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Georgia-Pacific, LLC (GP) is now hiring a R&D Process Engineer for its Tolleson, Arizona Mailers facility. The R&D Process Engineer supports manufacturing on site including equipment installation, training, acceptance testing, performance testing, and process and equipment upgrades.

The R&D Process Engineer must be able to present data in a concise way to both technical and non-technical audiences. We believe in the challenge process and this person must be open to the ideas and recommendations of others to create the best outcome for both the site, R&D and i2.

Typical work schedule would be weekdays from 8am-5pm.

Our Team

The GP Tolleson facility employs about 115 people and serves converting customers throughout the Southwest with sustainable packaging products. This position provides opportunities for promotion within GP Tolleson, as well as many other Georgia-Pacific and Koch facilities across the country. Come join our team!

You know us already! Georgia-Pacific is one of the nation's leading corrugated sheet and box manufacturers.

Check out these videos/links to learn more about the Corrugated Business at Georgia-Pacific:

www.gppackaging.com

What You Will Do

• Actively engage with Operations, Maintenance, and R&D to identify opportunities for evolutionary changes to the process and equipment
• Update process control and troubleshooting procedures and train plant personnel on current and updated process procedures
• Identify and lead process improvement projects to improve OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)
• Translate learnings and technology upgrades from other sites and work with EHS and site operations to deploy on site
• Support new customer and product trials and production campaigns
• Employ process control best practices and strategies to centerline the process

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or science
• Previous experience using Microsoft Office programs and other software programs to present data (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Power Bi, etc.)
• Previous experience in a manufacturing facility
• Previous experience moderating meetings and training sessions
• Must be willing and able to travel up to 25%
• Must have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship

What Will Put You Ahead

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical, Chemical or Electrical Engineering
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing facility interfacing with quality, operations leadership, maintenance and hourly employees
• Previous experience within a corrugated and/or converting manufacturing facility
• Previous experience developing and executing experiments and monitoring process data
• Previous experience leading process improvement initiatives
• Previous experience in data analysis and/or statistical software (JMP, SAS, etc)
• Previous experience leading process, product or equipment changes following a rigorous process of risk assessments, mitigation and follow-up
• DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control)/Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf