Mgr II, Mfg Ops

Job description

Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Power & Recovery Superintendent leads process operations of the Department. This position is responsible of creating a safe work environment, executing and continuously improving the quality, productivity, efficiency and cost of the operation. The Power & Recovery Superintendent reports to the Mill Operations Manager.

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT SMURFIT WESTROCK

Safety

• Lead safety systems and processes that support achieving our continually improving annual goals Environmental
• Lead department environmental management systems to ensure compliance and environmental stewardship Quality/Customer Satisfaction – focus on the “no fail basics” of quality and service coupled with innovation to be our customers preferred supplier Cost
• Develop and maintain methods for tracking and reducing operational costs. Production –Improve efficiency and effectiveness of department operations by analyzing the processes and utilizing all available tools, technology, and outside resources.

Financial Budget/Results

• Develop stretch operating budgets and deliver financial results

Capital Execution

• Provide input to capital projects from inception through completion.

Strategic Planning People Development

• Invest in our People to help them develop and operate at their full potential

Employee/Labor Relations

• Build positive relations based on the WestRock culture of trust, respect and empowering employees to always do the right thing.
• KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS Safety, Health and Environmental OSHA, State, and local laws/regulations WestRock internal requirements and audits

Safety Programs and Training

• Process operational knowledge 5-10 years of experience in Power/Recovery Operations People Management Legal HR Regulations Grievance Resolution Motivational Skills Goal Setting Skills Team Building Working knowledge of relevant

Computer Systems

• Process Improvement and Management Tools Lean, 6 Sigma, Statistics, Kepner-Tregoe, etc.
• Systems and Business Compliance Ethics, Business Conduct, etc.
• Communication Written Presentation Skills Purchasing and Asset Management (EPAM) Precision Maintenance Maintenance Planning and Scheduling Reliability Systems Finance Product Cost Accounting CapEx Procedures & Guidelines Working
• Knowledge of Financial Indicators Budgeting and Forecasting
• Processes Relationships Operators Labor Unions Industry Suppliers/Vendor WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: Bachelor's Degree in Science or Engineering preferred and/or 5-10 years of Power/Recovery Operations experience.

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The salary range for this position is $121,875.00 - $203,125.00, depending on your role, level, and location. The range listed is also the expected pay for roles in Illinois and Colorado. The benefits for this role include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 15 days of paid vacation, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change.

Your pay will be based on factors such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about this posting, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process. You may apply online at Smurfit Westrock External Careers and the application window is expected to close by 14-Sep-2028.