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.

Production Scheduler

At Smurfit Westrock, we don’t just offer a job – we offer a long-term career with a clear path of advancement in a thriving, dynamic environment. Join us and be a part of a world-class team that’s shaping the future of packaging.

Career Opportunity:

The Production Planner/Scheduler is responsible for creating production schedules for manufacturing that safely and efficiently maximize plant production and minimizes cost to produce a quality product within specifications to customers. Their goal is to employ adequate service levels and product available to customers while being the liaison to the Customer Support, Supply & Operations Planning processes. 

How you will impact Smurfit WestRock:

Schedule production across multiple shifts to include:Establish daily production plan(s) Track orders and production information, adjust as necessary Maintain superior customer satisfaction throughon-timeif full delivery Daily coordination with production, customer service, graphics, maintenance, and shipping Responsible for ensuring maximumutilizationand efficiency of all assets, including: Maintainmaximumpossible total product availability Maintain flexibility to makeoptimumuse of assets Help control business cost through schedule/mix managementminimize freight costs through disciplined schedule management minimize paper waste and paper substitutionsminimize downtime, change orders, andmanpowerOptimize the network through proactive ordermanagementflexing between locations and assets resulting in increased throughput, decreased cost to serve and maximum serviceCreate andmaintainreports for above responsibilities ensuring alignment to goalsGenerate machine capacity plans as part of the Demand & Supply PlanningProcessAnalyzemachine run metrics to ensure availability is consistent with demand Manage and update the speed and availability data by machine that drive the supply demand model in support of the IBP process Report capacity allocation by account for those where capacity is reservedCollaborate with all functional business units to ensure alignment of strategic initiatives In sold out cycles, work w/ CustomerSupportand Inventory management to maximize sales order/replenishment and execute customer priorities. Inunder soldcycles, work with Customer Support, Demand, and Inventory management teams toidentifyopportunities to optimallyutilizeavailable capacity. Maintain standards, rules, exceptions, and customer tolerances Perform other duties as assigned by manager that fall within the scope and level of role 

What you need to succeed:

Bachelor’s degree Preferred; High school diploma-RequiredAPICS Certification Preferred 1-5 years’ experience in a process manufacturing environment (scheduling preferred) Strong analytical skills Ability to communicate clearly and effectively Ability to plan and organizing workload

 

What we offer:

Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.Comprehensive training withnumerouslearning and development opportunities.An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and much more!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.