Process Engineer

Are you passionate about driving innovation in product performance and manufacturing efficiency? We’re looking for a Product & Process Development Engineer to identify opportunities for improvement, lead mill trials, and collaborate across departments to enhance paper quality and customer satisfaction.

• Analyze opportunities to improve chemical usage , product performance , and manufacturing processes .

• Plan and execute mill trials to support new product development and continuous improvement.

• Collaborate with Mill Superintendents, Sales, Quality, and Technical teams to solve customer concerns and optimize product outcomes.

• Apply your understanding of paper properties , fiber types , chemical interactions , and machine variables to drive performance.

• Engage with vendors and suppliers to evaluate new technologies that benefit operations.

• Conduct lab work including handsheet studies , coating drawdowns , and various paper testing methods.

• Provide technical or process support to Engineering as needed.

• Prioritize and follow all plant safety protocols and GMP standards .

• Bachelor’s degree required – Paper Science & Engineering or Chemical Engineering preferred.

• Minimum 1+ year of experience in a paper mill or paper manufacturing environment.

• Working knowledge of paper process chemistry ; familiarity with dyes, pigments, or coatings is a plus.

• Strong data analysis , problem-solving , and communication skills .

• Proactive mindset – eager to learn, innovate, and experiment.

• Comfortable working hands-on in a manufacturing environment .

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).

• Willingness to travel to support trials, vendors, or technology scouting.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.