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Description & Requirements
WestRock (NYSE :WRK) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to more fiber-based packaging forward.
The Opportunity
The Product Development Senior Engineer will focus on the development of product/market ideas which drive revenue and profitable growth. In this role, you will work from ground floor planning & executing paper machine trials to presenting to customers & senior leaders. You will be responsible for project management, troubleshooting, R&D coordination, data analysis and cost/profit tracking. You will also work closely with Research & Development, Technical Sales Service, Paperboard Operations and Sales and Marketing to ensure close coordination on projects.
How You Will Impact WestRock
- Actively engage customers, operations and R&D to deliver innovation of new products, analytics and profit improvement programs across WestRock supporting sustainable solutions for tomorrow
- Define product design, specifications, and operating parameters which meet end use requirements
- Develop new testing methods and equipment; optimize and improve performance and/or profitability of existing products
- Coordinate with operations, supply chain and converters to plan, execute and evaluate trial
- Manage projects, collect and analyze data
- Assist commercial and marketing functions in developing value proposition and business case for product development and improvement opportunities
- Work with finance lead to define costs and profitability of projects and product developments
- Remain knowledgeable of work underway in other functional groups that affect the mill's and business projects
What You Need To Succeed
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field
- 5+ years of work experience
- Excellent project management skills
- Experimental Design
- Data Management and Analysis
- Problem Solving, Root Cause Analysis
- Excellent communication skills & customer relation skills (External & Internal)
- Entrepreneur mindset to identify new opportunities in products and services
- Working in a team environment
- Ability to travel up to 25%
- Paper Machine operational experience required
Preferred, But Not Required
- Knowledge of Paper Board and/or Containerboard manufacturing & Converting
- Six Sigma
- Fluency with IT data systems (SAP, PI Process Book, JDE, Optivision, Parcview, Compliant Pro)
What We Offer
Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and much more!
A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. WestRock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
