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Paper Machine Superintendent

Fernandina Beach, FL

Career Opportunity:

The Paper Machine Superintendent leads production operations on one of two paper machines at the Fernandina Beach Mill. This position is responsible for creating a strong safety culture and work environment, continuously improving the quality, productivity, efficiency and cost of operation on a Linerboard Machine. The Machine Superintendent must be a proven leader, with a strong knowledge of the paper making process, paper machines, supporting equipment and paper making skills.

The position reports to the Paper & Logistics Manager, with opportunity to become a key part of succession planning for the Mill.

How you will impact WestRock:

* Providing leadership to machine personnel to ensure overall safe operations

* Lead safety systems and processes that support achieving annual goals

* Maintain an environment of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence

* Empower and engage teammates to improve department performance

* Identify developmental needs and facilitate training of machine personnel

* Ensure quality systems are in place and comply with customer specifications

* Plan and control production performance

* Monitor compliance with standard operating procedures

* Coordinate efforts with maintenance and technical departments

* Develop and maintain methods for tracking and reducing operational costs

* Develop and execute strategic plans to increase overall machine efficiency

What you need to succeed:

* Strong knowledge of safe operating practices, including Behavioral Based Safety

* Strong interpersonal and leadership skills essential

* Excellent oral and written communication skills

* Excellent troubleshooting skills (technical and other)

* Excellent planning, organizational, time management and prioritization skills

* Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and independent judgement to identify opportunities and deliver results

* Strong RCFA skills to identify root cause, corrective actions, and execute same

* Proficient computer skills (including MS Office), JDE or equivalent CMMS, PI Data Management, Compliant Pro document control

* Bachelor\u2019s degree in Engineering preferred (Paper Science, Chemical, or Mechanical). Candidates with commensurate practical papermaking skills and leadership experience will be evaluated

* More than five (5) years of experience and leadership responsibilities within the paperboard industry, preferably in union environment

If this sounds like a great fit for you, please submit your application. We want to hear from you!

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

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.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.