The opportunity:

The Process Control Engineer position: provides technological and engineering expertise for the implementation of new process control technology and equipment; evaluates and resolves problems with existing process control systems utilizing vendor and/or mill maintenance support when necessary; designs and programs changes to the existing process control systems as needed. This position ensures the control systems are properly deployed to provide the greatest return on investment regarding production, costs, quality as well as safe and environmentally sound operations.

How you will impact WestRock: • Utilizes modern process control theory to design and configure systems on new and existing processes. • Assists project engineers and managers in the planning, development, and implementation of capital projects • Engages in development of short and long-term planning of system upgrades and migrations. • During project design, assists with coordinating the development of control logic and system configuration between the Operating Department and control system suppliers. Participate in factory checkout of equipment prior to delivery to confirm design and functionality • Writes operator training manuals and assists with control system operator training • Generates procedures used by Maintenance, Operations, and peers • Works closely with Operations and Engineering personnel to develop job scopes. Write functional specifications for vendor use in quotations Maintains a strong emphasis on process improvement projects • - customer focused innovations, cost saving improvements, process optimization, etc. • Utilizes a proactive approach and project skills to develop solutions to short-term and long-term issues • Designs and implements control system logic based on process knowledge, applicable safety and environmental requirements, operational need, and maintenance requirements that provide clearly defined benefits • Works closely with Maintenance and Operations to identify and resolve issues • Leads troubleshooting efforts of systems and processes. Helps promote technical skills in E\I technicians • Manage and direct consultants, contractors, and vendors during controls related projects • As part of the Process Control team, shares in the responsibility of providing weekend and off-hour availability to support Process Control and IT mill needs as well as startup support from planned and unplanned shutdowns • Adheres to all mill safety rules, participates in or may lead safety programs and meetings with the goal of improving safety at the mill. Supports the mill behavior-based safety program • Evaluates, troubleshoots, and maintains system hardware • Perform other duties as assigned

What you need to succeed: • B.S. Degree in Engineering is preferred • Minimum of two years of industrial experience preferred or graduate with process control engineering experience • Strong knowledge of field instrumentation, control devices, and motor controls required • Process control experience within with paper industry experience preferred • Strong troubleshooting skillset for evaluating root cause and addressing technical issues with long term solutions in mind • Experience with Honeywell TDC, Honeywell Experion, Valmet, Rockwell & Modicon DCS & PLC Systems preferred • Strong computer skills including systems deploying VMWare • Experience with Ethernet networks including configuration of switches, routers and VLANs • Experience with Industrial Communication Protocols including Modbus TCP\IP and Ethernet IP • Experience with control loop tuning and performance evaluation tools • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Results oriented individual capable of handling projects individually, yet able to work efficiently in a highly team-oriented environment • Ability to be drive large scale control system projects from concept to commissioning • Additional skills needed: self-directed, flexible, self-learner, multitasking, results driven, safety focused

Competencies: • Safety – Exhibits strong competencies in Safety Mindset and has a thorough understanding of safety policies and procedures. • Ability to Execute – Targets and achieves results, sets and accomplishes challenging goals, prioritizes and manages tasks effectively, maintains an organized system to monitor progress, overcomes obstacles, accepts accountability, sets standards and responsibilities. • Champion of & Adaptor to Change – Drives for continuous improvement while managing expectations and results. Able to quickly adapt to changing circumstances and accelerates the change within themselves, their work group, or the organization; challenges the status quo and creatively identifies opportunities for improvement. Demonstrates a constant commitment to do things better. • Customer Focused – Understands and works to meet customer requirements. Listens to and responds to customer’s needs; builds relationships with and gains trust of customer by always meeting commitments. • Decision Making/Judgment – Recognizes problems and responds by systematically gathering information and weighing options. Able to sort through complex issues, seeks input from others and addresses root cause of issues. Makes timely and accurate decisions. Uses consensus when possible and clearly communicates decisions to others. • Initiative – Tackles problems and takes independent action. Seeks out new responsibilities, acts on opportunities, generates new ideas, practices self-development, and demonstrates a bias for action without being prompted. • Problem Solving/Analysis – Breaks down problems into smaller components, understands underlying issues. Can simplify and process complex issues and information, understands the difference between critical details and unimportant facts, can analyze data/information and draw accurate conclusions. • Influence & Persuasion – Able to exhibit a ‘can-do’ approach and inspire associates to excel, uses competition to encourage others, develops performance standards and confronts negative attitudes. Develops a team spirit and uses tact when expressing ideas or opinions. Presents new ideas to authority figures and adapts presentations to suit a particular audience. Responds to objections successfully. • Quality – Attentive to detail and accuracy; is committed to excellence. Continuously looks for improvements, seeks opportunities to increase effectiveness and efficiency. • Integrity – Able to be tactful, maintain confidences, and foster an ethical work environment. Prevents inappropriate behavior by coworkers, give proper credit to others and handles all situations honestly. • Communication – Able to clearly present information through spoken or written word; read and interpret complex information; talks with employees, customers, and supplies, and has strong listening skills.

What we offer: • Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence • Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities • An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential • A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

WestRock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans.

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