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.

Position: Paper Machine Superintendent 

Job Code: MOPOM4 + Mgr II, Mfg Ops

Location: Evadale, TX

The Opportunity:

The Paper Mill Superintendent coordinates and manages the efforts of the No.2 Paper Machine team. The superintendent is expected to manage the production resources, interface with other departments, manage the capital and operational budgets needed to attain safety, quality, production, environmental, and cost goals. #2 Paper Machine is a coated board machine that produces 550 tons per day.

How you will impact Smurfit WestRock:

In this role, you will manage all aspects of plant involvement to ensure optimum productivity of the Paper Machine. This includes but is not limited to:

Review of production and quality results daily.Communicate the results of Quality Objectives and Quality Management System Reviews to all levels in the department.Gather and analyzes information to identify sources of machine downtime and quality problems. Works with the Paper Machine team to identify probable causes and coordinates efforts to correct them.Oversight of the administration of salary workforce in his/her area with regard to salary reviews, vacations, and work assignments. Including performance evaluations and progress towards established goals.Works with the Manager Paper Mill Operations to develop annual goals with emphasis on safety, environment, quality, production, and cost.Ensures proper company/ union relations according to the current labor contract. Participates in problem discussions and resolution. Participates in grievance hearings as needed.Works with Team Leader, Process Engineers, and the Operations Supervisor to plan and submit capital improvement budget for the department. Also works with the Manager Paper Mill Operations to establish priorities.Assists engineering on capital improvement projects; participates in the review of engineering designs and drawings.Responsible for conducting business with integrity and respect, being accountable, and actively pursuing excellence to help achieve Smurfit WestRock’s Path To One goals.

What you need to succeed:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering and/or a pulp and paper degree preferred10+ years of supervision in a paper making related position including experience with paper machine operations and maintenance planning/coordination.Exceptional ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all levels of the organization.Ability to clearly define objectives (safety, environmental, quality, and productivity) and be effective in involving others in the achievement of those objectives.Ability to direct continuous improvement efforts in the paper machine department in all areas, but with special emphasis on safety, quality, environment, production, and cost.Aligned with our company values of Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Excellence.

 

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. Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and much more! A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work. 

 

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.