Job:

Process Engineer, Coating

Summary:

UPM Raflatac in Mills River, NC, is searching for a Process Engineer for our Coating Department. The Process Engineer is responsible for day-to-day activities on the coating machine and adhesive mixing, including volume produced, achieved quality level and run-ability of raw material. This position is also responsible for planning of maintenance and long term process development, working in cooperation with Coating Manager.

Description:

UPM leads the integration of bio and forest industries into a new, sustainable and innovation-driven future. Our products are made of renewable raw materials and are recyclable. UPM consists of three Business Groups: Energy and pulp, Paper, and Engineered materials. The Group employs around 23,000 people and it has production facilities in 15 countries. In 2009, UPM's sales amounted to EUR 7.7 billion. UPM's shares are listed on the Helsinki stock exchange.

UPM - The Biofore Company - www.upmbiofore.com and www.upm.com

UPM Raflatac, part of UPM's Engineered Materials business group, is one of the world's leading suppliers of self-adhesive label materials and the world's number one producer of HF and UHF radio frequency identification (RFID) tags and inlays. UPM Raflatac has a global service network consisting of 13 factories on five continents and a broad network of sales offices and slitting and distribution terminals worldwide. UPM Raflatac employs 2,600 people and made sales of approximately EUR 0.95 billion (USD 1.3 billion) in 2009. Further information is available at www.upmraflatac.com.

Responsibilities:
- Evaluate run-ability of raw materials, report problems and forward claims to the suppliers. Raw material development, work in cooperation with Coating Manager and Technical Assistance.
- Will have responsibility for coating operations, adhesive mixing, and cleaning operations.
- Evaluate and respond to customer claims and plan corrective actions in order to prevent the problem from recurring.
- May visit customers and suppliers to identify issues and work toward resolution.
- Process development and coordination of maintenance of the coating machine in cooperation with the maintenance team and Coating Manager
- Implementation and control over working procedures in coating and cleaning in cooperation with Coating Manager.
- Other tasks specified in the Quality System.
- Maintain appropriate documentation related to processes, performance, etc., analyze as appropriate to determine and capitalize on best practices.
- Perform all duties in full compliance of all laws, safety and environmental regulations, and in a manner consistent with company policies and procedures.

Requirements:
* Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to BS in Engineering (Material Science, Chemical, or Mechanical) and 1 - 2 years relevant experience in paper or paper converting industry.
* Must have good understanding of mechanical requirements of relevant machinery (preferably newer, high-technology systems).
* Must have demonstrated analytical / logical problem-solving ability, while demonstrating inventiveness and initiative.
* Must have excellent communication skills, and the ability to relate well to a wide range of constituents.
* Must be able to function well as a member of a team. Previous project team experience preferred.
* Previous HazMat exposure is helpful.

This Job Description is intended to be a guide, and is not intended to be a contract of employment, explicit or implicit. All contents are subject to change at the sole discretion of the company. Cooperation is expected of all employees. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

UPM Raflatac is an Equal Opportunity Employer

How to Apply:

Please submit resume to USAjob@upmraflatac.com

Contact Information:

Company:

UPM Raflatac

Address:

400 Broadpointe Dr.

City:

Mills River

State and Zip:

NC  28759

Country:

USA

Phone:

828-651-4800

Fax:

828-651-4949

Email:

USAjob@upmraflatac.com