Supv, Mfg Ops

Smurfit Westrock•West 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.