Tissue Process Excellence Specialist (Vienna)

We are seeking a Tissue Process Excellence Specialist to join a global leader in sustainable fiber solutions, a company recognized as one of the world's largest producers of eco-friendly pulp and paper products, with operations spanning five continents and a strong commitment to circular economy principles.

About The Role

As a

Tissue Process Excellence Specialist

, you will

• Serve as the go-to technical expert (Level 2 support) for tissue manufacturing processes.
• Lead process optimization initiatives using advanced methodologies (5-step approach, Lean Six Sigma).
• Conduct comprehensive production audits and simulations to identify improvement opportunities.
• Spearhead trials for new sustainable fiber applications and innovative tissue products.
• Act as the
• primary technical liaison
• for strategic accounts across EMEA, Brazil and Asia.
• Design and deliver
• customized technical workshops
• and on-site troubleshooting.
• Translate customer needs into
• actionable R&D projects
• and product enhancements.

Develop

• data-driven recommendations
• to improve client production efficiency.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Pulp & Paper Science, or Process Engineering
• Minimum 5 years' experience in tissue manufacturing (process, operations, R&D or quality).
• Deep understanding of tissue-making technologies (creping, drying, fiber blending).
• Proven track record in process improvement and troubleshooting.

Technical Skills

• Expertise in tissue production processes and quality parameters.
• Knowledge of process simulation tools (e.g., CFD, ANSYS) is highly valued.
• Data analysis capabilities (Power BI, Python) for performance optimization.
• Familiarity with sustainability metrics in manufacturing.