Spring 2026 Process Engineer - New Augusta, MS

Job Description

Georgia-Pacific is seeking a contribution motivated Process Engineer for Leaf River Cellulose mill in New Augusta, MS. This position will be part of the Optimization Team. The primary focus will be providing guidance, technical expertise, and proactive process optimization.

Our Facility

Leaf River Cellulose Mill is a world-class wood pulp mill in the Georgia-Pacific's Cellulose business. Leaf River produces specialty and market fluff pulp that is delivered worldwide to customers for a variety of high end uses and converting technologies. Our products are used in applications ranging from paper products to diapers and hygiene products, to specialty applications including textiles, pharmaceuticals, food, paints, and plastic molding components.

Role Description

• Monitor and analyze process data to identify opportunities for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Develop, improve, and implement optimized processes to improve quality, reduce costs, streamline processes.
• Proactively identify process developments and designs to improve capability and presentation of these opportunities.
• Collaborate with production teams to identify areas for improvement and provide process technical support.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), and process flows.
• Provide technical expertise to projects to ensure processes are designed for high-quality and efficient production.
• Be the technical owner on process deliverables: process simulations, design calculations, chemical applications, etc.
• Develop training for production teams to ensure consistency and quality in manufacturing processes.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Chemical Engineering or process related discipline
• Self-directed learning, leading, and directing others.
• Contribution motivated individual
• Experience identifying opportunities and implementing solutions.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experienced knowledge in pulp and paper industry.
• Experience in planning, coordinating, and executing chemical trials.
• Ability to digest, retain, and communicate technical concepts concisely and effectively.

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Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

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. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf.