Paper Mill Engineering Co-op - Summer - December 2024 preferred 

At Irving Tissue, we recognize that the key to our success is our people. We are a family-owned and operated company that has grown to become one of North America's leading manufacturers of household paper products. Irving Tissue produces both branded and private label bathroom tissue, facial tissue, paper towels, and napkins. Consumers know us by our Scotties facial brand. 

The Paper Mill Engineering Co-op will be based out of Fort Edward, New York (1 Eddy Street, 12828). This is a temporary student position. We have an excellent student program at J.D. Irving with formal and informal opportunities to meet and network with people from all across the business, including other students. This is a great experience that will provide you with real, valuable work experience that will allow you to challenge yourself and learn from industry-leading professionals! 
 

You Can Expect:

• Integral roles on projects that really matter
• Real responsibility, from day one
• Opportunity to work in different aspects of the company
• Mentorship from industry-leading experts
• A chance to leave your mark on a growing company
• The ability to have your voice and ideas be heard

Job Requirements 

• Enrolled in Engineering Degree: Chemical, Mechanical, and/or Pulp & Paper
• Must have excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
• The following engineering courses are applicable: Fluid Mechanics, Process Control, Heat and Mass Transfer, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Statistics

The main duties/responsibilities of this role include: 

• Plan and implement units of product quality
• Perform continuous assessment of product quality
• Assist team to resolve operating problems with process, maintenance, and plant engineering support
• Lead small project in process monitoring, investigation, and optimization
• Conduct statistical studies for operation review
• Work closely with production department to improve process and quality
• Follow safe practices at all times

What We Offer 

• $25.75 - $27.40 per hour, depending on grade level
• Opportunities to take part in job related training and development 
• Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Tissue and the larger network of the J.D. Irving group of companies 
• Signing incentives for full-time roles for graduating students who have completed a work term within J.D. Irving (if applicable) 
• Housing stipend available (if applicable) 

To Apply for this Career Opportunity 

Please apply online at https://careers.jdirving.com/. 

For further details, please contact Recruitment at icprecruitment@irvingconsumerproducts.com  

We appreciate your interest in our company! Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  

To learn more about our products and services, click here.  

Irving Tissue is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.