Process Engineer

Senior Process EngineerSmurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.The Opportunity:The Process Engineer will work within the structure of the Operations Excellence team to lead and participate in production and process improvement activities throughout the manufacturing site. This rewarding position will involve interacting with suppliers, employees, manufacturing processes, products, and customers. The Process Engineer will make tangible improvements in the areas of safety, quality, cost, efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction.Key Responsibilities:Develop and lead process improvement project teamsProvide technical troubleshooting to solve process and product problemsPerform periodic reporting and deliver presentations of key project updates, performance metrics, action items and resultsCompleted projects that measurably improve safety, quality, productivity and cost metricsServe as a facility-wide technical resource to provide general technical support to all departmentsAssist in capital project justifications and installs as applicableCreate new process procedures and deliver related training as neededProfessional Requirements:Bachelor of Science degree in EngineeringAbility to gather, organize, analyze, and interpret dataAttain certification in Lean Six Sigma improvement methodology within two yearsLead broad and complex project teams and initiativesAbility to act as a change agent achieving results with urgencyAble to effectively organize multiple projects and action items simultaneouslyAble to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervisionClear and effective oral and written communication skillsProficient computer skills (Microsoft Excel/Word/PowerPoint, use of WestRock software systems)Ability to work on various other tasks/projects as required to support the success of the businessAbility to work nights and weekends occasionally as needed to support the operationTravel Requirement Estimate: 5 to 20% (As needed)Physical Requirements:The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:Work in an air-conditioned office environment dailyTravel across the manufacturing floor daily to interact with employees and the processQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. The salary range for this position is $90,375.00 - $150,625.00, depending on your role, level, and location. The range listed is also the expected pay for roles in Illinois and Colorado. The benefits for this role include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 15 days of paid vacation, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. To learn more about this posting, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process. You may apply online at Smurfit Westrock External Careers and the application window is expected to close by 31-Oct-2026.