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 L&D Specialist oversees the training & learning processes, standards, and tools locally. The role partners with the operations team to ensure training & learning is tracked, measured and available for Operator/Craft Certification. They will partner with the Division, COE Team to implement and improve learning standards and systems locally and measure and track training in the local LMS.

How you will impact WestRock:

Manages Operator and Maintenance Training AnnuallyExecute & Improve New Hire Orientation/On Boarding Training and On the Job TrainingEnsures Compliance Training is automated, tracked and reported on through partnership with safety, quality and environmental.Assists with the training tracking, evaluation, and measurement of training locallySupports learning solution creation and content updates as needed.Administers numerous general training requirements for the team.Keeps detailed records of all training.Improve local team performance through increasing skills and time to certification processesKey system owner ensuring we can see skill gaps and forecast future skill needs prior to losing our talentCost eliminator driving training efficiencies across roles saving us unnecessary risk and reducing the time allotted for training

What you need to succeed:

Growth and Results Oriented: Results oriented person that looks for constant ways to improve.Innovation: Able to support implementation of new processes and new learning technologies to drive training into the flow of workInterpersonal Skills: Possess keen awareness and understanding of the importance of strong interpersonal skills in communicating, achieving OKR’s and leading people or teams. (self‐awareness)Accountability: Holds self and others responsible for actions and results.Influence: Able to partner and build relationships to influence teams to work together, share best practice and develop and drive effective training for operations teamsDecision Making: Uses strong problem‐solving skills and supporting information to arrive at optimal decisions in an appropriated timeframe; knows when to decide and/or when to seek additional input, and drive for consensus.Communication: willingness to work on the floor and in a heavy manufacturing world to ensure we can document and teach critical work processes1‐3 years’ experience managing a Training System (preferred)Knowledge of Learning Management SystemsMicrosoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, FormsIndustry knowledgeFacilitation/Presentation SkillsInfluencingPartnering Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.