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 primary 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.

What You Will Do


* 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 collaborating 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

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)


* 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

What Will Put You Ahead


* 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

The GP Innovation Institute® employs approximately 60 people and supports converting customers across multiple U.S.

locations by developing sustainable packaging solutions.

This role offers strong growth potential within the GP Innovation Institute®, as well as across many Georgia-Pacific and Koch facilities nationwide.

Come join our team!

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