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 primary responsibility of the Electrical Reliability Engineer is investigating and resolving electrical and reliability issues within the facility, lead work management system processes, and actively participate in area critical maintenance initiatives and root cause analysis. In addition, assist in outage and shutdown execution as required. The Electrical Reliability Engineer reports to the Engineering Manager. 

How you will impact WestRock:

Actively promotes and participates in all elements of the safety programSupports and fosters safety and environmental complianceProvide leadership and daily technical assistance for mechanical issues for the maintenance organization Managing maintenance resources or contractors during outages or project implementationLeads the reliability program to continuously improve equipment availability and reduce maintenance costsServes as the equipment reliability Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the siteAssures predictive and preventive maintenance activities support the strategy and core values of the Maintenance DepartmentAssures that an appropriate response is promptly enacted based on results from predictive failure analysis and condition monitoring processesEnsure reliability programs are current with the latest technological advances where those advances provide cost-effective upgradesManages and reports Key Process Indicators (KPIs) detailing all the results of the reliability program activities on a weekly basisWorks closely with purchasing, stores, and engineering to ensure equipment reliability is implemented throughout all project phases including procurement, vendor selection, spare part selection and stocking.Develops and adopts standards that improve equipment reliabilityContinuously works with Maintenance and Operations to educate, promote, and support program buy-in throughout the millRecommends innovative solutions to increase equipment and facility life and reduce maintenance costs through the analysis of repetitive equipment failures/breakdowns and predictive maintenance analysis reportsSubmits recommendations and justifications for capital expenditures that support and improve the reliability program  

What you need to succeed:

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical EngineeringExperience in heavy industrial or process industries, Pulp & Paper experience preferred.Personal computer skillsExperience in four or more of the following areas:Power distribution systemsProcess instrumentation systems.Process DesignDistributed control systems Programmable logic controllersCoordinated drive systems.Variable speed AC and DC drivesLow and medium voltage motor control centers

 

Competencies:

Safety – Exhibits strong competencies in Safety Mindset and has a thorough understanding of safety policies and proceduresAbility to Execute – Targets and achieves results, sets, and accomplishes challenging goals, prioritizes, and manages tasks effectivoely, maintains an organized system t monitor progress, overcomes obstacles, accepts accountability, sets standards and responsibilitiesChampion of & Adaptor to Change – Drives for continuous improvement while managing expectations and results. Able to quickly adapt to changing circumstances and accelerates the change within themselves, their work group, or the organization; challenges the status quo and creatively identifies opportunities for imporvement. Demonstrates a constant commitment to do things better. Customer Focused – Understands and works to meet customer requirements.  Listens to and responds to customer’s needs; builds relationships with and gains trust of customer by always meeting commitments Decision Making/Judgment – Recognizes problems and responds by systematically gathering information and weighing options.  Able to sort through complex issues, seeks input from others and addresses root cause of issues.  Makes timely and accurate decisions.  Uses consensus when possible and clearly communicates decisions to othersInitiative – Tackles problems and takes independent action.   Seeks out new responsibilities, acts on opportunities, generates new ideas, practices self-development, and demonstrates a bias for action without being promptedProblem Solving/Analysis – Breaks down problems into smaller components, understands underlying issues.  Can simplify and process complex issues and information, understands the difference between critical details and unimportant facts, can analyze data/information and draw accurate conclusions Influence & Persuasion – Able to exhibit a ‘can-do’ approach and inspire associates to excel, uses competition to encourage others, develops performance standards and confronts negative attitudes.  Develops a team spirit and uses tact when expressing ideas or opinions.  Presents new ideas to authority figures and adapts presentations to suit a particular audience.  Responds to objections successfullyQuality – Attentive to detail and accuracy; is committed to excellence. Continuously looks for improvements, seeks opportunities to increase effectiveness and efficiencyIntegrity – Able to be tactful, maintain confidences, and foster an ethical work environment.  Prevents inappropriate behavior by coworkers, give proper credit to others and handles all situations honestlyCommunication – Able to clearly present information through spoken or written word; read and interpret complex information; talks with employees, customers, and supplies, and has strong listening skills

What we offer:

Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellenceComprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunitiesAn attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potentialA career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.    

 

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

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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.