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

... 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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Service Technician

Appleton, WI · On-site

$52K - $77K/yr

... paper and pulp mills. They will be required to keep detailed records of inventory, report out ... Alerts the site manager or support engineer of any problems or opportunities with the customer and ...

Service Technician

Appleton, WI · On-site

$52K - $77K/yr

... paper and pulp mills. They will be required to keep detailed records of inventory, report out ... Alerts the site manager or support engineer of any problems or opportunities with the customer and ...

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

As of Aug 7, 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.

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.

E&I Journeyman

Mativ

Neenah, WI • On-site

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

New


Mativ rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

E&I Journeyman
Mativ is a global leader in specialty materials headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia. The Company offers a wide range of critical components and 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 well as shared systems that are used to support multiple assets. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude and initiative. This position is located in Neenah, WI
Responsibilities:
  • Ensure that manufacturing and converting processes are maintained in a preventative fashion to ensure optimum reliability and up time.
  • Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance of equipment and troubleshoot problems while applying theory and related knowledge to install, rebuild, or repair equipment as needed.
  • Assist with all service calls while on duty and take call ins as necessary to ensure production operation.
  • Ensure all required tools, parts and supplies are available for each job performed, complete required service records and be responsible for recommending and/or initiating equipment modifications and/or replacement of components.

Responsible for understanding, maintaining and troubleshooting:
  • General electrical systems and controls (motor starters, lighting circuits, power distribution equipment, industrial controls)
  • Programmable Logic Controllers (Rockwell Control Logix)
  • Variable speed AC & DC drives and motors
  • Process instrumentation and control (transmitters, control valves, control loops and DCS)
  • Process variable monitoring and control (temperature, pressure, flow, PH, etc.)
  • Analytical process troubleshooting including electrical print reading and using troubleshooting manuals

Essential Job Functions include:
  • Ability to wear required personal protective equipment
  • Ability to bend, kneel, squat and stoop
  • Ability to read and understand instructions, procedures, and equipment training manuals
  • Ability to accurately read and record data
  • Ability to climb stairs and work from steps, ladders, scaffolds, mobile lifts and elevator platforms
  • Ability to operate/use manual and powered material handling equipment such as a pickup truck, hand dolly, chain fall, chain hoist, electric hoist, tractor, truck and heavy equipment as needed
  • Ability to work in extreme temperatures when necessary
  • Ability to work in confined spaces when necessary

Qualifications:
Required
  • Journeyman card and/or state license
  • High School Degree/GED
  • Possess technical/problem solving skills
  • Contribute in a team environment to meet our business objectives
  • Ability to pass pre-employment physical capabilities test, pre-employment drug/alcohol screening and a background check.

Preferred
  • Four years of experience
  • Advanced electrical/ instrumentation education and experience in an industrial environment.

POSITION DEMANDS:
This position operates in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures, dust, odors, and potential exposure to mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards.
Employees must wear required PPE (e.g., safety shoes, glasses, hearing protection, gloves, bump caps).
Physical demands include:
  • Lifting up to 50 lbs, pushing up to 108 lbs, pulling up to 60 lbs.
  • Working extended shifts (up to 16 hours)
  • Performing repetitive tasks and working in tight spaces
  • Good vision and focus required
  • PIV certification required

WHAT WE OFFER
Mativ benefits say a lot about how we care for each other. Our employees and their families have many different needs. As a result, our benefits offer choices on many levels and are high in quality, competitive in the marketplace, and affordable.
ABOUT MATIV
Mativ Holdings, Inc. is a global leader in specialty materials headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia. The company connects, protects, and purifies the world every day through a wide range of critical components and engineered solutions that solve our customers' most complex challenges. We manufacture on three continents and generate sales in nearly 100 countries through our family of business-to-business and consumer product brands. The company's two segments, Filtration & Advanced Materials and Sustainable & Adhesive Solutions, target premium applications across diversified and growing end-markets, from filtration to healthcare to sustainable packaging and more. Our broad portfolio of technologies combines polymers, fibers, and resins to optimize the performance of our customers' products across multiple stages of the value chain. Our leading positions are a testament to our best-in-class global manufacturing, supply chain, and materials science capabilities. We drive innovation and enhance performance, finding potential in the impossible.

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