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Full Time Paper Mill Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Mill Manager

Potsdam, NY · On-site

$120K - $175K/yr

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Pulp & Paper Science or a related technical field. * Five to ten years' experience managing the major manufacturing functions of a paper mill or closely related ...

... paper manufacturing environment. This role ensures that production goals are met safely ... Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis * High ...

Paper Machine Assistant Superintendent

Hawesville, KY · On-site

$14 - $16.50/hr

... is full-time permanent. Job Title: Paper Machine Assistant Superintendent - Fine Paper Mill ... engineering for the improvement of existing equipment and/or installation of new equipment for ...

... Full Time Date Posted 30-Jun-2026 Relocation Support Yes Description & Requirements Smurfit ... Engineering Manager, Capital Project Engineering Manager, Project Engineering Manager, paper mill ...

Salaried Full-Time Physical Location : 238 Mays Bridge Road SW Rome, GA The Technical Assistant ... Experience in paper mill operations, coordinating shutdowns, and project management. * Action ...

Sr Process Engineer - Paper Machine

Kingsport, TN · On-site

$99K - $128K/yr

This job is full-time permanent. The location in Kingsport, TN is seeking talent to fill the ... Organize and track solutions in Enablon system (mill-wide database) * Develop techniques ...

... mill. You will be responsible for monitoring operations, addressing personnel issues, and ... A full-time employment * The chance to work in an international Group and a concrete opportunity ...

Mgr II, Mfg Ops

Longview, WA · On-site

$121K - $203K/yr

... Paper Machine Superintendent Locations WA Longview Mill Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 31 ... A BS degree in Engineering or equivalent Paper Machine Supervisory experience. * 10+ years of ...

... Paper Mill Department Manager Locations TX Evadale Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 16-Jun ... Work with department supervisors and engineering to establish priorities. Assist Engineering ...

Electrical Controls Engineer

Stevens Point, WI · On-site

$77K - $103K/yr

Whiting Mill Description: The Electrical Controls Engineer will design, implement, and maintain control systems for paper mill operations to ensure optimal efficiency, quality and safety. This role ...

Sappi's pulp and paper Mill in Cloquet, Minnesota, is looking for energetic, self-motivated Paper ... These full-time paid co-op positions will be during the 2026/2027 school year and last 15 months.

... Project Engineer Locations AL Stevenson Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 06-May-2026 ... The Stevenson Mill is a complex, fully integrated pulp and paper manufacturing facility with two ...

... Full Time Date Posted 20-Jul-2026 Relocation Support Yes Description & Requirements Smurfit ... Our Roanoke Rapids, NC paper mill has an exciting career opportunity for a dynamic Project Engineer ...

... Full Time Date Posted 13-Jul-2026 Relocation Support Yes Description & Requirements Smurfit ... chemical engineering, recycled paper, recycle mill, paper mill, OCC, process improvement, data ...

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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time paper mill engineer in the United States is $89,183.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,500.00 and $109,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Paper Mill Engineer vs Paper Mill Technician?

AspectFull Time Paper Mill EngineerPaper Mill Technician
CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering or related fieldTechnical diploma or associate degree
Work EnvironmentDesign, oversee, and optimize mill operationsOperate and maintain machinery on the production floor
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturers, engineering firms, large paper millsPaper mills, manufacturing plants, maintenance companies

Full Time Paper Mill Engineers focus on designing, improving, and managing mill processes, requiring engineering degrees. Paper Mill Technicians handle daily equipment operation and maintenance, often with technical diplomas. Both roles are essential in paper manufacturing but differ in responsibilities and qualifications.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Paper Mill Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,183 per year, or $42.9 per hour.

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Job description


PURPOSE
This position will support IP's performance goals by managing all aspects of the mill's engineering needs and responsibilities. This position will guarantee the appropriate internal and external resources are identified and readily accessible to accomplish mill and business specific requirements and initiatives, and will serve as a key contributing member to the mill's lead team.
Demonstrate leadership in the areas of safety as a core value and support broad-based participation in the mill's safety processes, employee engagement, and support the vision and organizational values of the Newport Mill.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
The key accountabilities listed below are not to be considered all-inclusive; a team member may be required to perform additional tasks, as directed, and based on changing business needs of the company.
  1. Provide active, visible support for the mill safety program as the highest priority. Lead Newport Mill to an injury-free work environment through leadership and role modeling safe behavior and personal attention to and direct involvement in safety activities and maintaining a clean and orderly work environment.
  2. Primary responsibility for leadership of the engineering areas, including applicable REACH Engineers, Project Engineer, process control, and capital investment projects.
  3. Will be responsible for developing/implementing 5 year mill capital plan, working closely with team members to ensure success.
  4. Development of the budget, strategic and capital planning process.
  5. Help develop, demonstrate and support an organizational culture based upon values of empowerment, high involvement, and participative work force in a customer and quality-focused organization.
  6. Ensure team member relations efforts and engagement processes are in place to maximize motivation and the desire to work at Newport Mill.
  7. Assists other team leaders and/or team members in the mill as necessary to minimize downtime and maintain quality.
  8. Coaches safety in others with a commitment to developing and maintaining positive employee relations.
  9. Fullfill area specific 5S expectations(5 Minute 5S Checklists Replenishment of tools and supplies, 5S Audits,etc)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING ENVIRONMENT
  • Individual must be able to wear all required safety equipment.
  • Physically challenging mill environment; ability to walk, continuously stand, climb stairs minimum 50% of the time.
  • Working environment is 24/7. Ability to be on-call as needed and/or required, including mill leadership coverage for weekends.

KEY KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum
  • Minimum of 5 years experience in a manufacturing lead position, preferably in a paper mill.
  • Experience developing and implementing annual productivity plans.
  • Strong written & verbal communication skills; problem solving, planning, priority setting, time management, and presentation and training delivery skills
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  1. Demonstrated leadership to develop and maintain a high level of teamwork and cooperation between maintenance and other production teams.

Preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, pulp and paper science preferred.
  • Five years of engineering experience, leadership and management experience in a quality-focused manufacturing environment.
  • Preferred experience in strategic planning and budgeting process.
  • Demonstrated project management experience and working on large, complex capital projects
  • Demonstrated leadership skills combined with technical paper-making knowledge
  • Demonstrated ability to set expectations with stretch goals and measure work to determine degree of goal attainment.
  • Demonstrated ability to assist in IP maintenance initiatives and guide team(s) to successful completion of tasks and/or projects.
  • Understands and demonstrates commitment to meeting internal and external customer requirements.

CAREER ARCHITECT COMPETENCIES
Action Oriented
Business Acumen
Command Skills
Conflict Management
Customer Focus
Developing Direct Reports
Drive for Results
Integrity and Trust Interpersonal Savvy
Managerial Courage
Motivating Others
Negotiating
Presentation Skills
Problem Solving
Process Management
Strategic Agility
About Us
The Benefits You Will Enjoy:
International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets
The Career You Will Build:
Leadership training, promotional opportunities
The Impact You Will Make:
We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you'll see why our team members say they're Proud to be IP.
The Culture You Will Experience:
International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.
The Company You Will Join:
International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.
International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.

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International Paper is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2021 were $19.4 billion.

Industry

Paper manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Memphis, TN, US

Year founded

1898