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Position: Paper Machine Superintendent

Job Code: MOPOM4 + Mgr II, Mfg Ops

The Opportunity:

The Paper Machine Superintendent has overall responsibility for the personnel, safety, environmental impact, quality, cost, and performance for the paper machine within the mill facility. This position leads and coordinates efforts and activities utilizing their knowledge and experience to achieve key performance metrics that support overall mill goals.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

Business Excellence

* Lead and direct paper machine daily operations in a safe and orderly manner to achieve quality and productivity goals

* Plan and direct production activities and establish production priorities for products that meet the quality and cost requirements for sustainable manufacturing

* Coordinate production activities with production planning, maintenance, and quality control to obtain optimum production and utilization of personnel, machines, and equipment

* Manage safety and housekeeping efforts for the stock prep, paper machine, and winder areas

* Partner with Safety Manager to maintain and enforce the safety program for the department, ensuring compliance with OSHA and company regulations and guidelines (including but not limited to incident investigations, reporting, LOTO, audits, and employee engagement)

* Manage environmental efforts to ensure compliance with regulations and permit requirements, including but not limited to fiber loss, spills, and water usage

* Manage quality efforts to ensure product performance meets customer expectations and adherence to ISO program requirements

* Manage costs for materials and labor for the machine; lead efforts on cost savings initiatives through operational improvements

* Partner with mill maintenance groups to ensure efficient troubleshooting, planning, and execution of routine repairs for the stock prep, paper machine, and winder areas

* Oversee planning, scheduling, and execution of mill maintenance outages for stock prep, paper machine, and winder areas; coordinate and ensure lockouts are executed in support of these outages

* Provide input and oversight for cold mill outage planning and coordination, ensure the cold mill outage for area of responsibility is completed on time and within budget

* Review and analyze production reports (OME, OEE, downtime, waste, etc.) to determine opportunity areas and implement solutions for production problems and nonconformity with product specifications

* Prepare and submit reports as required by the Finished Products Manager

* Collaborate with and assist the Finished Products Manager in the development and implementation of operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality

* Drive continuous improvement initiatives; monitor all control procedures, recommending improvements to the Finished Products Manager as appropriate

* Develop improved methods for new capital investments, cost reduction and equipment refurbishment

* Revise production schedules and priorities as needed because of equipment failure, operating problems, or last-minute customer demands

* Lead and participate in special projects/teams as required

* On-call responsibilities at night and weekends on a rotating basis for the department

* Perform other duties as assigned

People and Culture

* Lead and manage to support the mill vision, culture, and strategic approach to improve operational and human performance

* Collaborate and assist the Finished Products Manager with development of annual budgets and standards for cost measurement

* Lead and manage employee accountability and labor relations with direct and indirect reports through coordination and consultation with Human Resources and the Finished Products Manager

* Partner with Human Resource Manager to ensure proper handling of employee relations issues in accordance with Divisional and Corporate policies and procedures

* Collaborate and assist the Finished Products Manager in the strategic and capital planning processes for the department

* Supervise the department production supervisors, ensuring execution of employee training and development

* Establish individual and group goals, evaluate work performance for direct reports, and review and approve performance evaluations for indirect reports

* Build an effective partnership with plant hourly employees to improve overall plant production

Critical Skills/Capabilities:

* Leadership

* Decision-Making

* Growth & Results Oriented

* Accountability

* Communication

* Interpersonal

* Problem-Solving

* Analytical

* Coaching

* Strategic Thinking

* Organizational Skills

* Conflict Resolution

What you need to succeed:

Technical Skills:

* Competent in Microsoft Office - Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word

* Plant Information System - PI - Process Book and/or PARCview experience is preferred

* Knowledge of DCS (Distributed Control System)

* Ability to learn proprietary software programs

Experience:

* 3-5 years of pulp/paper mill experience

* 2+ years of direct supervisory experience on paper machines required

* Demonstrated involvement in the implementation of safety initiatives

* Experience working with hourly represented employees

* Demonstrated ability drive positive change in safety, environmental, quality, cost, and production

* Proven project management skills

Education:

* Required: High School diploma or G.E.D.

* Preferred: Bachelor\u2019s degree in engineering or related field

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.

* Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and much more!

A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.