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Quality Process Engineer

Georgia Pacific
life insurance, parental leave
United States, Oklahoma, Muskogee
Sep 18, 2025
Your Job Georgia-Pacific Consumer Products Operation is seeking qualified professionals to consider for a Quality Process Engineer role supporting the Consumer Products Group Operations located in Muskogee, OK. The Muskogee facility uses integrated technology to manufacture tissue and paper towel products in a progressive production environment. The Quality Process Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining quality assurance processes that ensure the production of high-quality products in the paper manufacturing environment. This role focuses on process control, continuous improvement, root cause analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to drive product excellence, reduce defects, and optimize manufacturing efficiency. Our Team The Muskogee Plant is part of the Tissue, Towels, and Napkins paper products manufacturing operation. We are proud to safely manufacture quality products that have a competitive advantage and solid growth within the marketplace. We create a work environment that attracts, engages, and retains the best people. Our employees help other's and the business reach their full potential, promoting our Principle-Based Management culture to the work they do every day. Our technology is state of the art, and we will bring the best team together to deliver for our customers, Georgia-Pacific, and the Muskogee community. What You Will Do Apply Organizational Effectiveness and Principled Based Management (PBM) Principles for managing and driving continuous improvement of quality management processes and systems to ensure compliance to corporate standards, legal requirements, product specifications, product stewardship requirements, and certifications Develop and implement quality processes and standards aligned with company and industry best practices Lead root cause analysis and corrective action initiatives for process deviations or product non-conformances Collaborate with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to identify process improvement opportunities Establish and maintain process documentation, quality procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) Monitor and analyze product and process data to identify trends and recommend preventative measures Work closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to address quality issues and implement supplier quality improvements Support capital and operational projects by providing quality input during design, start-up, and continuous operation phases Conduct audits, inspections, and testing to ensure compliance with quality standards and customer requirements Train and mentor team members on quality and process improvement tools and techniques Utilize Six Sigma, Lean, or other continuous improvement methodologies to drive efficiency and quality enhancements Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) Relevant experience in quality engineering or process engineering, preferably in the paper manufacturing or related heavy industrial environment Strong understanding of quality management systems, process control, and statistical process control (SPC) Experience with root cause analysis tools (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram, FMEA) Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies is an advantage Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and influence change Proficient with data analysis and quality reporting software tools What Will Put You Ahead Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or related field preferred Experience in Minitab statistical software (Cpk and Ppk) Experience in paper manufacturing or pulp and paper industry Hands-on experience with capital projects or production process improvements Strong project management skills and ability to lead cross-functional improvement initiatives Ability to mentor and develop others in quality and process disciplines 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 As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath, tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better. 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, aqui, or tu). #LI-CM2