R&D Process Engineer

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Georgia Pacific is seeking a R&D Process Engineer to join the Packaging Research & Development Team. This role is primarily located at our Packaging and Cellulose Innovation Institute in Norcross, GA with travel to support our manufacturing sites. The R&D Process Engineer will support innovation initiatives focused on providing sustainable fiber-based alternatives. Join us and contribute on a cross-functional team as we develop & commercialize new processes, products, and product improvements!

Our business is expanding and we seek those with the courage to challenge the status quo, and have an unwavering commitment to improvement and finding fulfillment in what they do. If your passion is innovation, and you enjoy team collaboration, transformation, and continuous improvement—we’d like to learn more about you! Typical work schedule would be weekdays from 8am-5pm.

• Lead process improvement initiatives to increase OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), reduce waste, and lower costs
• Design, test, and scale new pilot equipment
• Communicate ideas, concepts, data and recommendations clearly and concisely to technical and non-technical audiences
• Translate learnings and technology upgrades into actionable insights, and share findings to multiple sites and commercial teams
• Moderate meetings and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Develop and execute experiments to troubleshoot issues and validate process changes
• Support the installation and commissioning of new converting equipment and develop subject matter expertise (SME) on those systems

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering
• Three (3) or more years’ engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Experience with equipment design, installation, and/or commissioning
• Experience with data analysis and/or statistical software (i.e. JMP, SAS)
• Experience leading or contributing to process improvement initiatives
• Willing and able to travel up to 50% to support site initiatives as business needs permit

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical, Chemical or Electrical Engineering
• Background in paper mills, corrugated, and/or converting manufacturing facilities
• Experience developing and executing experiments and monitoring process data
• Experience leading process, product, or equipment changes using structured risk assessment, mitigation, and follow-up
• DMAIC/Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.