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Koch Industries

Senior Engineer - Paper

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$140K - $180K/yr

The successful candidate will provide technical expertise to a variety of paper making assets across Georgia Pacific's North America facilities and will have a strong capability to work with both ...

Greif

MILL ExtraBoard/Broke Handler

Austell, GA

Removes any broken paper generated in the paper making operation. * Carries sheets to bottom of dryers. Pull sheets away when broken. * Works with other items such as safety knives, banding tools ...

Greif

Process Engineer - Paper Mill

Austell, GA

... business decision-making. * Utilize process data from Distributed Control Systems (DCS) to ... Experience in paper, pulp, packaging, or other continuous-process manufacturing environments is ...

International Paper

Sales Representative

Griffin, GA · On-site

This job is eligible to participate in International Paper Packaging Solutions North America US ... Enable profitable decision-making through demonstrated knowledge of; general business principles ...

Mativ

Technical Senior Project Manager

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$107K - $147K/yr

A broad experience in industrial manufacturing processes is required. e.g., polymer extrusion (preferred), coating, paper-making, or automated assembly systems. Knowledge and Skills: * Demonstrated ...

International Paper

Maint Tech

Tucker, GA · On-site

$27.78 - $37.26/hr

Perform maintenance functions making repairs such as but not limited to electrical, mechanical ... International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans ...

Qcells

Production Engineer (Module)

White, GA

The Production Engineer will collect, validate, analyze, and organize data into meaningful reports for management decision making. Duties include creating production schedules, conferring with ...

Only Data Entry

Customer Service Representative

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$15.50 - $21/hr

... making changes to existing data figures in digital databases. Their duties include inputting data from paper documents into digital spreadsheets, updating order statuses for customers and double ...

Westrock

Rep IV, Acct&Client Mgmt

Atlanta, GA · On-site

We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve ... Prepare commercial analysis, forecasts, and internal reporting to support decision-making * Monitor ...

Smurfit Westrock

Rep IV, Acct&Client Mgmt

Atlanta, GA · On-site

We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve ... Prepare commercial analysis, forecasts, and internal reporting to support decision-making * Monitor ...

Only Data Entry

Remote Customer Service

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$15.50 - $21/hr

A Data Entry Clerk, is responsible for inputting data and making changes to existing data figures in digital databases. Their duties include inputting data from paper documents into digital ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for paper making in Atlanta, GA is $23.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $26.11 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Paper Making job involves the process of producing paper from raw materials like wood pulp, recycled fibers, or other plant-based sources. Workers in this field operate machinery, monitor quality, and ensure the efficient production of paper products. Responsibilities may include controlling the pulp mixture, drying sheets, and maintaining production equipment. This role is essential in industries such as packaging, printing, and office supply manufacturing.

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A typical day in Paper Making involves operating and monitoring large industrial machinery to produce various types of paper, conducting regular quality checks, and troubleshooting any mechanical or process-related issues that arise. You’ll often work as part of a team alongside machine operators, quality control specialists, and maintenance staff to ensure smooth production and adherence to safety standards. The work environment can be fast-paced, requiring both physical stamina and attention to detail. Shifts may vary depending on the employer, and overtime is sometimes required during busy production periods. This role offers valuable experience in the manufacturing sector and can lead to positions with greater responsibility, such as shift supervisor or production manager.

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To thrive in Paper Making, you need a solid understanding of manufacturing processes, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent, often with additional vocational training. Familiarity with industrial papermaking equipment, quality control systems, and safety regulations is frequently required, and certifications in machine operation or workplace safety are beneficial. Strong problem-solving skills, teamwork, and effective communication make candidates stand out in fast-paced production environments. These skills are essential because they ensure efficient, safe operations and help maintain the quality and consistency of paper products.

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Paper makers typically earn a median annual wage of around $35,000 to $45,000, depending on experience, location, and the specific employer. Skilled workers with certifications or specialized knowledge of machinery can earn higher wages, and the job often involves working in manufacturing environments with shift schedules.

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Senior Engineer - Paper

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Koch Industries
Oil and Gas Extraction • 10K+ employees
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$140K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Koch Industries rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Your Job
Georgia-Pacific is recruiting for a Senior Engineer to join our Paper Technical Center that is part of the Manufacturing Technical Group. The successful candidate will provide technical expertise to a variety of paper making assets across Georgia Pacific's North America facilities and will have a strong capability to work with both hourly and salary employees.
Our Team
Utilization of Principle-Based Management and Frameworks to proactively support and grow the diagnostic tools and knowledge for the Paper Manufacturing site's paper machines. This would include diagnosing root cause of operational issues, leading and assisting local resources in resolution of issues, identifying improvement opportunities through assessments, developing expertise in others, and maintaining knowledge of emerging technologies. This role does require domestic travel on a regular basis.
What You Will Do
  • Work with hourly and salaried personnel at production sites to identify improvement opportunities for both processes and equipment through site assessments
  • Review maintenance and downtime data to identify production equipment that needs repair, replacement, or reconfiguration
  • Coordinate and lead efforts to return asset performance to optimized base case with third party support and internal resources as needed
  • Support installation, commissioning, and optimization of new assets
  • Assist asset owners in managing and prioritizing lists of improvement opportunities for their respective assets based on business need
  • Work with Subject Matter Experts and operations personnel within Georgia Pacific to develop standardized operating and maintenance strategies for similar assets and equipment
  • Provide technical and professional support and mentoring for hourly and salaried engineering and operations personnel both at local facilities and within the corporate engineering team
  • Assist in planning specific outage activities with operations teams to ensure that desired results are achieved
  • Apply Subject Matter Expertise to support short-term technical requests across multiple facilities
  • Support trials of new process technology and equipment and provide assessment of applicability with existing asset base

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
  • 10-year combined experience in manufacturing/engineering role(s) supporting paper making operations. Tissue papermaking experience is a plus.
  • Knowledge and expertise in one or more specific paper making equipment and process areas: headbox operations, yankee steam systems, hood systems, formation, sheet handling, pressure rolls, and machine clothing
  • Able to read and interpret piping and instrumentation diagram (P&ID's), layout drawings, and mechanical drawings
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively lead, communicate with, and mentor others in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong communication skills with demonstrated ability to build strong relationships at all levels of the organization.
  • Willing and able to travel 50%-70% of the time and willing and able to work occasional weekends, nights, and holidays when needed
  • Willing and able to wear the necessary Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) (i.e. hard hats, safety glasses, face shield, fall protection, respirator, hearing protection, steel-toe boots or safety shoes and other PPE required by specific jobs) while at production facilities
  • Willing and able to work in operating environments that include platforms and catwalks, elevated temperatures, and variable humidity levels

What Will Put You Ahead
  • Bachelor's Degree in Pulp and Paper Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
  • Demonstrated team/group facilitation experience - meetings, knowledge sharing, problem-solving, etc.
  • Career progression within Paper Operations (tissue and towel preferred).
  • Proven capability of leading through influence; working with and through large cross-functional teams

For this role, we anticipate paying a base salary of $140k - $180k.
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
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
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.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquí , or tu ).
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