Process Engineer

Job Description

What we offer

Irving Tissue is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance effective 1st of the month following start date
• 401K with 5% company match eligible on the 1st of the month 30 days following your start date
• Health & Wellness Reimbursement
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Product Purchase Program
• Opportunities to take part in job related training and development
• Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Tissue and the larger network of the J.D. Irving group of companies
• Relocation costs (if applicable)
• This position is 100% onsite. Remote work is not available for this position.

Responsibilities

The main responsibility of the Process Engineer will be to provide technical support and assistance to operations and to spearhead all process activities for specific assets across the mill. This technical assistance will ensure that continuous improvement to machine performance is carried forth through process control, system analysis and system change that require upgrades. The process engineer will strive for continuous improvement through system stability.

1. Provide troubleshooting assistance to the Managers, Asset Managers and Operators
2. Analysis of process unit operations such as refiners, pulping systems, vacuum system analysis, bundlers, glue systems, etc. to ensure all unit operations are operating to their full potential with minimal variance and problems. Process stability is essential to ensure proper operation of the machines.
3. Analysis of process unit operations such as refiners, pulping systems, vacuum system analysis, bundlers, glue systems, etc. to ensure all unit operations are operating to their full potential with minimal variance and problems. Process stability is essential to ensure proper operation of the machines.
4. Rollout process changes related to improvements to the teams and build solid working relationships with the operators.
5. Understand the responsibilities for all operator positions.
6. Supervision Co-op employees when the position exists.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Engineering Chemical or Pulp & Paper Science preferred (experience in Mechanical and/or Electrical & Instrumentation is an asset). Professional Engineer preferred
• 2-5 years of experience required;
• Previous experience in the paper industry is considered an asset;
• Proven leadership ability with capability of teaching, mentoring, delegating and following-up with the operating team;
• Clear understanding of Health and Safety regulations and a proven commitment and dedication to safety;
• Innovation, creativity and a sense of urgency for goal achievement while staying focused;
• Ability to work at a fast-paced environment, managing multiple competing priorities and changing conditions while implementing practical and timely solutions.

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About the Team

At Irving Tissue , we know the key to success is our people.


We are a leading manufacturer of premium quality tissue products - including national brands Royale® in Canada and Scotties® in the US - and private label.


We pride ourselves in our commitment to providing the best quality products and exceptional service to our consumers and customers.


Our parent company - J.D. Irving, Limited, is a responsible steward of the forests. J.D. Irving has planted more than 1 billion trees since 1957, and the Irving Forest Supply Chain, which includes Irving Tissue, was declared carbon neutral for the first time in 2020 and each full year since.