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 Corrugator Supervisor is responsible for the safe and efficient operations of production. In addition, the Corrugator Supervisor will also communicate expectations, monitor production demands, supervise machine productivity and quality, and manage personnel daily.

 

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

Execute safety briefs to crews on a shift, daily, weekly, monthly, and annually.  Continuously monitor workplace safety to identify and address any unsafe conditions.Ensure compliance with all company safety policies, safe work practices, and plant policies. Monitor and track production daily goals for the Corrugator utilizing Key Performance Indicators (KPI’S) and report results on the machine scorecard.  Report all overruns, shortages, and equipment breakdowns on the daily shift report to exchange information with all departments in the plant. Supervise daily production activities, including oversight of team members and monitoring performance levels of each team member.Monitor and participate in Daily Management Systems (DMS) to track progress against production goals and enable performance excellence Oversee production demands and machine workloads throughout the daySustain productivity levels by properly staffing the Corrugator to meet customer demands and align any last-minute scheduling changes.Troubleshoot machines issues and quality defects that may arise throughout the shift. Be proficient in identifying available resources to correct problems. Ensure proper operations of equipment by requesting maintenance repairs and or submitting maintenance work orders. Ensure quality standards are within specifications for each order. Perform various audits for safety, machines and housekeeping. Able to work any shift.Manage workforce planning, including fulfillment of work schedules and adherence to attendance policies (Vacations, floating days, call ins, etc.)  Communicate effectively with all functional areas of the plant to ensure all production needs are successfully achieved.Maintain a positive relationship with the Union to align business needs and requirements Promote positive employee relations and interdepartmental communication and collaboration Provide recommendations on disciplinary action and recommend potential improvements, as necessaryThis job has 8 to 12 direct reports per shift.

 

What you need to succeed:

3 to 5 years of manufacturing experience or working in a production environment requiredCorrugator experience preferredWet End: Singlefacers, Rollstands, Splicers, Bridge, Doublebacker etc.…Dry End: Shear, knife, Slitter, Stackers etc.High school diploma or G.E.D required; Bachelor’s degree preferredStrong written and verbal communication Microsoft Office - Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word Experience with AS/400, Kiwi planner software, Factory Floor Feedback software Industry product knowledge Safety acumen 

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. 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.