Career Opportunity: We are seeking a Manager in Training to be located at our production facility in St. Cloud, MN. The Manager in Training will rotate through various functions of the plant to provide exposure and knowledge of our business. The intent is to identify an area of the business that will engage the individual in their career aspirations. The successful candidate will manage and coordinate the efforts of hourly department team members, ensure product specifications are met with a high standard of quality and ensure compliance with all standards, policies and regulations for the safe, environmentally sound production of a quality product. Special emphasis will be on candidates with quality management, continuous improvement, and/or performance excellence experience who can provide leadership and direction to team members and collaborate with the management team to drive results for successful outcomes. How You Will Impact WestRock: * Provide leadership and vision to the management team to help drive results and meet production, quality, and safety goals. * Develop relationships with the various stakeholders to maximize knowledge attainment/business alignment * Utilize company resources to provide value added services to assigned function * Learn WestRock policy, process, and procedures for assigned function & execute on goals for assigned function * Manage and coordinate the efforts of hourly team members by actively engaging with staff on the production floor. * Ensure product specifications are met with a high standard of quality by interpreting data and auditing production results within various departments. * Ensure compliance with all standards, policies, and regulations for the safe, environmentally sound production for a quality product. * Lead and direct team members to successful outcomes by following policies, relaying expectations, and holding team members accountable. * Ensure a safety-oriented environment at the facility for all team members, vendors and customers through safety initiatives, training, leadership development, observations on the floor, and enforcement of policies. * Direct, train and coach team members through actively engaging staff on the production floor on aspects of lean manufacturing, team effectiveness a continuous improvement. * Maintain department shop floor metrics, visual controls, and continuous improvement methods on the manufacturing floor. * Direct and execute daily production requirements. * Meet or exceed productivity goals/BHS corrugator goals. * Ensure quality standards are met and maintained by understanding, implementing, and enforcing compliance with customer, regulatory and WestRock policies and processes. * Be able to track, analyze and execute quality and facility improvement initiatives as determined from performance data. * Identify project opportunities to improve the business and support effective application of best * Demonstrate ability to execute projects in fast-paced environment and ensure that all production and reporting is completed timely and accurately. * Willingness to relocate within our business unit What you need to succeed: * HS Diploma or equivalent required; degree a plus. Desired Fields: Packaging, Engineering, Marketing, Sales, or Business * Previous supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting; paper or corrugated packaging environment preferred * Strong communication skills to engage, inspire and hold team members accountable * Proven track record of problem-solving skills * Superb time and project management abilities * Ability to track and interpret data * Capable of assuming authority as needed * Strong computer skills including Office 365 * Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position * Professional training and certifications a plus (i.e. Six Sigma, ISO Certification) 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 * A generous benefits package starting on your first day of employment, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401k match, paid time off * A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work. WestRock (NYSE:WRK) partners with our customers to provide differentiated paper and packaging solutions that help them win in the marketplace. WestRock's team members support customers around the world from locations spanning North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Learn more at www.westrock.com. WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. 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.