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Hourly Paper Mill Engineer Jobs in Appleton, WI (NOW HIRING)

Ahlstrom

Production Manager, Paper Mill

Kaukauna, WI · On-site

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Paper science or related field required. * Minimum 3 years of paper or related industry experience, with papermaking and process management skills preferred ...

Ahlstrom

Shift Supervisor - Paper Mill

De Pere, WI · On-site

The Shift Supervisor is responsible for leading hourly production team members in a 12-hour rotating shift paper manufacturing environment. This role ensures that production goals are met safely ...

McKinley Paper

Process Engineer

Combined Locks, WI · On-site

McKinley Paper's Wisconsin Mill, located in the heart of "Paper Valley" between Appleton and Green Bay, is seeking a Process Engineer to join its Technical Department. As part of a proud tradition of ...

Ahlstrom

Reliability Engineer, Pulp & Recovery

Kaukauna, WI · On-site

$104K - $130K/yr

The Reliability Engineer has overall responsibility for the engineering needs of the Utilities and ... Direct experience in pulp and paper mill operations preferred * Solid general knowledge of ...

Essity

Project Engineer

Menasha, WI · On-site

About the Role Essity Manufacturing Professional Hygiene is currently seeking a Project Engineer for our paper mill in Menasha, WI. In this role, you will report directly to the Engineering Manager ...

Andritz

Quality Control Manager

Neenah, WI · On-site

We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success ... a paper mill preferred. * Must have a solid knowledge of formal quality systems such as ISO, QIT ...

Mativ

Converting Machine Helper

Neenah, WI · On-site

$24.05/hr

... our paper mill (also located in Neenah, WI), and within our maintenance apprentice program ... components and engineered solutions that solve our customers' most complex challenges. We ...

Ecolab

Sr Project Sales Accelerator

Green Bay, WI · Remote

$107K - $161K/yr

Nalco Water, an Ecolab Company, is seeking a Sr Project Sales Accelerator for our Paper division ... Drive the right actions and priorities in each mill location where we have competitive, innovative ...

Essity

Process Engineer

Neenah, WI · On-site

Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Paper Science, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, or ... Skilled in SAP or another Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and Mill Execution ...

Ahlstrom

Production Supv,Pulp/Utilities

Kaukauna, WI · On-site

This is also a great opportunity for a Chemical Engineer, Process Engineer or Mechanical Engineer ... This role provides frontline leadership to hourly employees, drives continuous improvement, and ...

Valmet

Performance Agreements Manager

Appleton, WI

... mill operations. These long-term agreements are always tailor-made according to the customer ... developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy ...

Valmet

Performance Agreements Manager

Appleton, WI · On-site

... mill operations. These long-term agreements are always tailor-made according to the customer ... developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy ...

Mativ Holdings, Inc.

E&I Journeyman

Neenah, WI

... engineered solutions that connect, protect, and purify our world. The E&I Journeyman will support mill and converting assets that include paper machines, folios, embossers, roll wrap and cutsize, as ...

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How much do hourly paper mill engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for hourly paper mill engineer in Appleton, WI is $87,018.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64,900.00 and $106,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hourly Paper Mill Engineer vs Paper Mill Technician?

AspectHourly Paper Mill EngineerPaper Mill Technician
CredentialsAssociate's or Bachelor's in Engineering, relevant certificationsTechnical diploma or certification, specialized training
Work EnvironmentEngine room, production floor, control roomsProduction floor, machinery areas
Job RoleOversees operations, troubleshooting, process optimizationMaintains and repairs machinery, assists engineers

The Hourly Paper Mill Engineer typically holds engineering credentials and focuses on overseeing operations and optimizing processes. In contrast, the Paper Mill Technician primarily performs hands-on maintenance and repairs. Both roles work closely within the same industry environment, but engineers have a broader scope of responsibilities related to process management.

Hourly Paper Mill Engineer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Hourly Paper Mill Engineer job openings in Appleton, WI as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 89% In-person, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,018 per year, or $41.8 per hour.

Production Manager, Paper Mill

Ahlstrom

Kaukauna, WI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Ahlstrom rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

27th of 61 rated fashion and textile manufacturers

Job description

You have a choice of where you want to work! We invite you along on our journey to Purify and Protect, with Every Fiber, for a Sustainable World. We aim to attract, retain, and energize passionate people, like you, by investing in your professional development and providing opportunities for personal growth.
Do your values align with ours? Accountability, Growth mindset, One team, Care and a fair and inclusive work environment for everyone, everywhere!
We strive to meet the highest standards of corporate citizenship by protecting the health and safety of our team, safeguarding the environment, and creating a long-lasting, positive impact on the communities where we do business. Are you with us?!?
About the Opportunity
Reporting to the Operations Manager, Paper Mill, the Paper Machine Manager will have overall responsibility for managing the operation of a Paper Machine, as well as other associated process line equipment. This position provides direction in areas of process improvement, cost reduction, process quality and equipment reliability, and has responsibility for coordinating all product development trials on the process line. In addition, the candidate will be responsible for leading safety initiatives relative to the Manufacturing department.
Essential Functions and Primary Responsibilities:
  • Must follow Ahlstrom manufacturing and hygiene processes, procedures and policies, as applicable, to the position's areas of responsibility, in order to meet and maintain the safety, quality, and regulatory compliance requirements for each grade of paper.
  • Lead quality improvements and implement permanent solutions.
  • Assess process effectiveness and identify potential process improvements.
  • Provide customer technical support to key customers.
  • All other assignments assigned by management.
  • This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all the "essential functions" for purposes of the ADA.

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Paper science or related field required.
  • Minimum 3 years of paper or related industry experience, with papermaking and process management skills preferred; previous customer technical service experience (or similar) a plus.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office software and willing and able to learn new systems (Lean Six Sigma, structured problem solving, Statistical Process Control, JD Edwards, etc.).
  • Knowledge of PI Historian and Proficy database a plus.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, particularly with customer interaction.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills as well as teamwork skills.
  • Fluent written and spoken English.
  • Regular attendance at work is required. Ability to work additional hours during the week, on weekends, or outside of regular office hours may be required
  • The ability to work in a normal office environment to include: sitting or standing for long periods of time, operating various standard office equipment, carrying paper documents/files, reaching and bending, speaking on the telephone. May include safely walking through our manufacturing plant and wearing required personal protection gear (i.e. hearing and foot protection).

Ahlstrom is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal opportunity is a sound and just concept to which we are firmly bound. Ahlstrom will not engage in discrimination against, or harassment of, any person employed or seeking employment with our company based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, non-disqualifying disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.
About Us. Ahlstrom is a global leader in combining fibers into sustainable specialty materials. Our purpose is to Purify and Protect, with Every Fiber, for a Sustainable World. Our vision is to be the Preferred Sustainable Specialty Materials Company for all our stakeholders.
Our three divisions, Filtration and Life Sciences, Food and Consumer Packaging, and Protective Materials, address global trends with safe and sustainable solutions. Our net sales in 2024 amounted to EUR 3.0 billion and we employ some 6,800 people.
Learn more at www.ahlstrom.com
Ahlstrom's manufacturing and hygiene processes, procedures and policies, must be adhered to, as applicable, to the position's areas of responsibility, in order to meet and maintain the safety, quality, and regulatory compliance requirements for each grade of paper.

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