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YOU ARE... an influencer, critical thinker, and collaborator to your stakeholders. You are passionate about safety, developing people, and your background in [wood sciences, wood products, manufacturing, etc.] is a powerful combination. You understand the importance of maximizing operational excellence, while continuing to maintain our company's reputation. 

WE ARE...a safety first, safety always-focused team with a culture that fosters inclusion and empowers everyone to have a voice. We understand the goals and have the knowledge, skills and training to effectively perform our jobs. Success is the responsibility of the collective team, and our Core Values and People Principles guide our business decisions and how we operate every day. 

Weyerhaeuser is searching for a Process Control Engineer to join our new Timberstrand facility in Monticello, AR. This is a full-time, salaried exempt position and reports to the Maintenance Manager.

As a Process Control Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in collaborating with various teams across our plant to set up and maintain automation in the manufacturing processes. Serving as the site expert on automation platforms, you will contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of the operations. Additionally, you will assist, consult, and occasionally lead site-specific projects, demonstrating a commitment to safety and clear communication throughout the organization.

Key Functions:

• Lead, develop, and support application of process and process control best practices. Including joining with mill leadership to develop mid- and long-term process control network strategies

• Understand and share industry best practices, equipment options and proven strategies for manufacturing control systems and applications

• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement, variability reduction and cost reduction

• Provide project and technical leadership (including training) for local and system-wide process control technology applications and PLC Technicians

• Serve as a key EWP business resource for projects to install and apply new process control technology and methods, documentation and training

• Create visibility and lead review of technology with potential for application in our manufacturing operations

• Build relationships with Corporate and other businesses process control resources

• Initiate and develop productive relationships with external suppliers of process and control technology

• Partner with manufacturing and business leaders to ensure alignment of project portfolio with business and operational goals

• Mentor and assist the development of other processes and process control engineers and Technicians throughout the business

• BS degree in Chemical, Electrical, Industrial, Computer or Mechanical Engineering and 5 years of experience, or Associate technical degree and 8 years, or 10 years of experience in lieu of degree.

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in applying and supporting process control solutions in manufacturing processes

• Demonstrated success in developing and applying process control solutions for process/product improvement and cost reduction

• Advanced level knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLC), human-machine interface (HMI) and related systems with proficiency in programming and configuring complex automation strategies

• Ability and desire to lead cross-functional team projects with participation from manufacturing site and corporate based engineering personnel

• Ability to work with associates of all levels including managers, engineers, machine operators, quality technicians, line supervisors, maintenance technicians, information technology

• Extensive process knowledge and a first principles understanding of dynamic process behavior

• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills

• Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and problem-solving ability

• Capacity to lead and participate in several projects simultaneously

The following qualifications are desired:

• Experience in manufacturing wood products and associated discrete control applications

• Strong data analysis skills and ability to diagnose complex process scenarios

• Experience in controller design and fundamental tuning approaches

• Experience with successfully applying advanced control solutions, such as model predictive control (MPC) for multi-variable processes

• Proficiency using process historian systems, analysis tools and information systems such as Aspen IP/21 Process Explorer, and GE Proficy Plant Applications

• Proficiency with process identification and control tuning software tools such as Expertune, ProTuner, or Entech

• Experience developing applications with programming languages such as Visual Basic, C, or Java; databases such as Microsoft SQL Server

• Experience in LEAN Manufacturing or similar principles and practices

• Familiarity with Windows operating systems, domains, Ethernet networks

• Experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell and Wonderware systems  

Monticello is a uniquely charming town that combines natural beauty with a strong sense of community, making it a hidden gem in southeast Arkansas. Home to the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM), the town is also conveniently located near Little Rock and Pine Bluff, providing easy access to big-city amenities and attractions. Monticello provides a variety of cultural and historic activities, and the beautiful Lake Monticello offers outdoor/wildlife recreational opportunities such as fishing, boating and camping.  

Relocation is available

What We Offer: 

Compensation: This role is eligible for our annual merit-increase program, and we are targeting a salary range of $97,351 to $146,027 based on your level of skills, qualifications and experience. You will also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 10% of base pay. Potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target.

Benefits: When you join our team, you and your dependents will be offered coverage under our comprehensive employee benefits plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance.  We offer a pre-tax Health Savings Account option which includes a company contribution.  Other benefit options are also available such as voluntary Long-Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs. We also support personal volunteerism, sponsor a host of diversity networks, promote mentoring, and provide training and development opportunities to help you chart your path to a fulfilling career. 

Retirement: Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan, which includes a paid company match in addition to our annual contribution equal to 5% of your base salary.

Paid Time Off or Vacation: We provide eligible employees who are scheduled to work 25 hours or more per week with 3-weeks of paid vacation to use during your first year of employment. We also recognize eleven paid holidays per year, providing a total of 88 holiday hours and paid parental leave for all full-time employees.

About Weyerhaeuser 

We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We're serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference. 
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us. 

About Wood Products

We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.

For more than a century, we've been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.

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