CAREER OPPORTUNITY:
The Pulp Mill Assistant Superintendent leads process operations for the department. This position is responsible of creating a safe work environment and continuously improving the quality, productivity, efficiency and cost of the operation. The role reports to the Pulp Mill Superintendent.
HOW YOU WILL IMPACT WESTROCK:
Safety – Lead safety systems and processes that support achieving our continually improving annual goalsEnvironmental – Lead department environmental management systems to ensure compliance and environmental stewardshipCost – Develop and maintain methods for systematically tracking and reducing operational costs.Production –Improve efficiency and effectiveness of department operations by analyzing the processes and utilizing all available tools, technology, and outside resources.People Development - Invest in our people to help them develop and operate at their full potential.Employee/Labor Relations – Build positive relations based on the Company’s culture of trust, respect and empowering employees to always do the right thing.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS
Ability to lead commensurate with WestRock Values: Integrity, Respect, Accountability and ExcellenceSafety, Health and Environmental OSHA, State, and local laws/regulationsWestRock internal requirements and auditsSafety Programs and TrainingProcess operational knowledge: Kamyr continuous and batch digesters, pulp recycling, woodyard operationsPeople Management Performance managementExperience working with labor unionsMotivational SkillsGoal Setting SkillsTeam BuildingWorking knowledge of relevant Computer Systems: Pi (or equivalent), Microsoft SuitesProcess Improvement and Management Tools Lean, 6 Sigma, Statistics, Kepner-Tregoe, etc.Clear Communicator: Written/Verbal/Presentation SkillsPurchasing and Asset Management (EPAM) Maintenance Planning and SchedulingReliability SystemsFinance Product Cost AccountingWorking Knowledge of Financial IndicatorsBudgeting and Forecasting ProcessesRelationships Operators, Labor Unions, Industry, Suppliers/Vendor
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree in Science or Engineering preferred and a minimum of 5-8 years of Pulping Operations experience or,5+ years of progressively increasing responsibilities in Pulping Operations with at least 3 years of supervisory experienceStrong computer skills (MS Office software)
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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.