About RYAM

RYAM is a global leader of cellulose-based technologies, including high purity cellulose specialties, a natural polymer commonly found in filters, food, pharmaceuticals and other industrial applications. The Company also manufactures products for paper and packaging markets. With manufacturing operations in the U.S., Canada and France, RYAM employs approximately 2,500 people and generates approximately $1.4 billion of revenues. More information is available at

RYAM's intellectual property and manufacturing processes have been developed over 90 years, resulting in unique properties and very high quality and consistency. RYAM is consistently ranked among the nation's top 50 exporters and delivers products to 79 ports around the world, serving customers in 20 countries across five continents.

RYAM has a specific purpose...to be the world's leading manufacturer of renewable products, including paper, packaging, and high purity cellulose. We want smart, innovative people who can find new ways to solve challenging problems. We need talented professionals across multiple disciplines who want to contribute to the company's mission and advance its vision, while also shaping its future.

We are committed to building our future leaders from within and that is what the Early Career Development (ECD) program is all about. As a new Engineer, ECD is your customized learning and development plan designed to prepare you for a leadership or an individual contributor role in three to five years. We currently have multiple positions open in our ECD program at Jesup, GA.

How you'll shape the future of the Jesup Plant:

• Support Operations, Maintenance, Environmental, and the Engineering teams to result in safer, effective, sustainable, and cost-effective operations
• Perform studies on the existing process to lower production costs by increasing yields, improving efficiency of raw material usage, and reducing losses
• Evaluate new processes, propose process changes, and make pilot and full-scale studies
• Expand knowledge, experience, technical excellence, and proficiency in key competencies in preparation for greater responsibilities
• Assistant plant supervision in maintaining high standards for quality, environmental compliance, productivity, and safety

You'll be someone who can bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering
• 3.0 minimum GPA
• Graduation - Fall 2023 or Spring 2024
• Must be flexible to work in multi-shift operation
• Excellent communication, critical thinking, interpersonal, and team skills

Why you'll love working for RYAM:

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Bonus/Merit
• Life Insurance (Company Paid & Voluntary)
• Company Paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Retirement

EOE/Vet/Disability