Chemical Engineer - International Falls

Job ID: 63816Req ID: 24788Location: 400 2nd St, International Falls, MN 56649, USAPay: USD 86000 - 127200 (Salary)Posted: 2026-09-29Pay Type: Salary As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers — large and small — package, transport and display products of all kinds. Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence. We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers. Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility. People • Customers • Trust We are seeking applicants for a Chemical Engineer in our International Falls, Minnesota Paper Mill. The International Falls facility is a White Paper Mill owned by Packaging Corporation of America. Principle Responsibilities: Provide technical and operating support to departments, support groups, and hourly operations employees in the areas of optimization, energy, cost savings, technical and process studies, technology implementation and operator training. Assignments will include completion of projects and development activities to prepare for operation and maintenance positions as vacancies occur. Work to enhance skill development while gaining orientation of various process areas. Basic Qualifications: BS Degree in chemical engineering required. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Must have a current valid driver’s license. Preferred Qualifications: Co-op or Intern experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus. Compensation and Benefits Starting salary range for position: $86,000 to $127,200. Paid Vacation. Paid Holidays. Within the first 30 days of employment, an employee (and their dependents) is eligible to enroll in certain benefit coverages -- medical, dental, and vision – and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages. Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions. More information about the Company’s benefits can be found in the Employee Information section of PCA’s website : Employee Information | Packaging Corporation of America Disclaimer: The Compensation and Benefits information in this posting represents PCA’s good faith and reasonable estimate of what it may pay for this position. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified Applicants must apply at careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.