Supv, Mfg Ops

Smurfit WestrockWest Point, VA
33d

About The Position

The WestRock Paper Mill in West Point, VA is currently seeking a Production Supervisor for the Paper department. This position is responsible for the successful frontline leadership of the daily operation of 3 containerboard paper machines, recycle fiber plant, to achieve maximum sustained safety excellence, environmental compliance, ensuring quality specifications are followed and meeting or exceeding production goals.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field with 3+ years relevant experience or High School diploma/GED and 10+ years related experience.
  • Working knowledge in most of these programs: Outlook Email, Acrobat Reader, Microsoft Office to include Word, and Excel with the ability to learn new applications.
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Excellent problem solving and analytical skills and the ability to make decisions based on alarm or upset process conditions that may be critical in preventing major breakdowns.
  • Excellent planning, organizational, time management and prioritization skills
  • Ability to select and properly use personal protective equipment according to the specific hazard or hazards in accordance with Company and department requirements.
  • Leadership and Motivational Skills
  • Computer working knowledge such as Microsoft Office, IT Basics, EPAM, PI
  • Analytical and Decision-making skills
  • Ability to work rotating 8-hour shifts

Nice To Haves

  • Previous work experience in a unionized location is preferred
  • Previous supervisory experience is preferred

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrating safety leadership, maintaining safe work practices in department, and promoting safety engagement with all crew members to eliminate safety incidents.
  • Delivers environmental excellence and compliance to both the letter and the spirit of the law. Supports all environmental initiatives and programs.
  • Responsible for the product quality, workmanship of the crews, and exceeding customer expectations.
  • Responsible for managing crews and equipment to maximize reliability and machine efficiencies. Helps troubleshoot issues and coordinate supporting resources.
  • Provide Leadership and coaching to rotating shift operational crews in the Paper and Shipping Departments
  • Facilitate the training of each crew member to maximize operator proficiencies.
  • Initiates and supports safety, environmental, and quality incident investigations.
  • Effectively communications production information and issues to appropriate personnel through multiple channels.
  • Directs the shift mechanical and electrical shift maintenance resources.
  • Supports planning and execution of machine outages in the Department
  • Responsible for maintaining housekeeping in all areas.

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Manager

Industry

Paper Manufacturing

Number of Employees

5,001-10,000 employees

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