Process Engineer

You have a choice of where you want to work! We invite you along on our journey to Purify and Protect, with Every Fiber, for a Sustainable World . We aim to attract, retain, and energize passionate people, like you , by investing in your professional development and providing opportunities for personal growth. Do your values align with ours? Accountability, Growth mindset, One team, Care and a fair and inclusive work environment for everyone, everywhere! We strive to meet the highest standards of corporate citizenship by protecting the health and safety of our team , safeguarding the environment, and creating a long-lasting, positive impact on the communities where we do business. Are you with us?!? Position Summary We are seeking a motivated, entry-level Process Engineers to join our Technical Team. In this role, you will support production operations by analyzing processes, identifying improvement opportunities, and helping to optimize safety, quality, and production. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or early-career engineers to build hands-on experience in an integrated Papermill. Key Responsibilities Analyze production processes to ensure optimal performance, efficiency, and quality Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement those improvements. Support troubleshooting efforts related to equipment, quality issues, and process variability Collect and analyze process data to drive decision-making and reporting Collaborate with safety, operations, maintenance, and quality teams to resolve issues Assist with trials, process changes, and continuous improvement projects Develop and maintain process documentation, procedures, and reports Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Paper Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field 0–2 years of experience in manufacturing or industrial environment (internship/co-op experience preferred) Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Excellent communication and organizational skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with data analysis tools is a plus Preferred Qualifications Internship or co-op experience in pulp & paper, converting, or heavy manufacturing Familiarity with process control systems (DCS), SPC, or continuous improvement methodologies Exposure to Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles Ahlstrom is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal opportunity is a sound and just concept to which we are firmly bound. Ahlstrom will not engage in discrimination against, or harassment of, any person employed or seeking employment with our company based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, non-disqualifying disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. About Us. Ahlstrom is a global leader in combining fibers into sustainable specialty materials. Our purpose is to Purify and Protect, with Every Fiber, for a Sustainable World. We aim to be the Preferred Sustainable Specialty Materials Company for all our stakeholders. Our Filtration and Life Sciences, Food and Consumer Packaging, and Protective Materials segments, along with the Performance Materials Cluster, address global trends with safe and sustainable solutions. Our net sales in 2025 amounted to EUR 2.9 billion and we employ some 7,000 people. Read more at #J-18808-Ljbffr Ahlstrom