Description & Requirements 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 integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

The opportunity:
The Paper Machine Assistant Superintendent is responsible for Paper Machine safety performance, environmental performance, product quality, costs and equipment efficiency, and productivity.   This position will direct a system with the purpose of optimizing overall paper machine performance results.   The Paper Machine Asst Supt is also responsible for the direction of an Operations Maintenance Coordinator, process engineering support, operator training program, and union hourly employees assigned to the paper machine.
  
How you will impact WestRock:

Actively assist in developing a safety culture at the floor level resulting in an injury free workplace and assist in implementing paper mill safety efforts at the crew level.Develop and implement process to promote safety engagement with operating team members.Lead Paper Machine Performance in regard to productivity, uptime, quality rejects, and other paper machine improvement projects.Implement and drive process to ensure proper performance machine rounds are completed and operator logs reviewed multiple times per day.Prepare and plan for outages and Lock Out/Tag Out and lead the execution strategy.Serve as the floor level lead in the implementation of a Continuous Improvement culture.Lead the RI process and ensure actionable items completed timely.Drive capital improvement process on Paper Machine.  Determine needs, develop projects, and be operations lead through the entire capital process.Drive cost reduction process.   Monitor costs (chemical, maintenance, machine clothing, etc) and develop cost reduction priorities.  Implement cost reduction processes.Quality control oversight for Paper Machine.Working with planning on machine schedules and grade structure.Working with vendors to optimize machine and achieve target reliability.Facilitate the development of the knowledge and skills of employees to improve machine performance.Periodic weekend duty coverage as Paper Mill Representative.Actively demonstrate support for Paper Mill Manager and assigned machine core team including attending Core Team Meetings.Develop a positive, proactive, enthused, and energized workforce.Perform other duties as assigned by the Paper Mill Manager.

What you need:

A BS degree in Engineering or equivalent Paper Machine Supervisory experience.7+ years of Machine Level Supervisory Experience is preferred.Strong trouble shooting and decision-making skills required.Strong organizational skills and acumen for analytical tools to provide direction to Process Engineer.Excellent leadership and communication skillsComputer skills / ability to develop a proficiency is mandatory. Periodic weekend duty.Respond to machine issues after hours, weekends, holidays as required.Position requires regular keyboarding, sitting, standing and walking as well as occasional lifting of 25lbs or more.  Work is performed in both an office environment and all paper mill operational areas where one may be exposed to environmental noises and hazards as well as severe climate changes.Use of proper personal protection equipment is required depending on the location and potential hazards including safety shoes, safety vest, hard hat, gloves, hearing protection, safety glasses, and respiratory protection.

Leadership and Management Responsibilities

Manages paper machine engineering support team members, Paper Machine Operations Maintenance Coordinator, and Paper Machine Crews.  Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work at the crew level; performance management; mentoring; managing disciplinary actions; fielding complaints and communicating to Paper Mill Manager to assist in problem resolution.Position has direct reporting responsibilities to the Paper Mill Manager which includes assignment of work to Crews and compliance with policies and applicable laws and oversight of individual salaried performance or issues.Directs and supervises the work of contract employees on floor level activities.Provides assistance to cross-functional project teams as assigned by the Paper Machine Manager.Manage and maintain operations within allocated performance metrics and floor level budget metrics.

Compensation Offered

Salary Range: $90,950 - $123,050 Salary based on experience of candidate. Short-Term Incentive Plan bonus available.

What we offer:

Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunitiesAn attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work. 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. The salary range for this position is $81,750.00 - $136,250.00, depending on your role, level, and location. The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentive, health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. Your actual pay will be based on your work location and other factors, such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about the specific salary range for your preferred location, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process.