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.

Position: Production Supervisor

Job Code: MOPOM2 + Supv, Mfg Ops

Location: Delaware Water Gap, PA

The Opportunity: 

The Production Supervisor supervises and manages the safety and performance of a shift operating team.   Responsible for all activities from receiving raw materials, production, power, shipping, maintenance, quality and environmental.  This is a rotating shift position. 

 

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

Administers and models safety in his/her area of responsibility; Participates in and enforces the safety program for the shift employees; reviews safety records to uphold standards of maximum safety for all shift employees.  Ensures compliance with all applicable OSHA and plant safety standards.   Troubleshoots operations and quality issues.Coordinates maintenance activities.Utilizes and maintains JDE system for work order entry.Must be able to build a team that can effectively work the shift; monitor employee performance; train employees; and  issue discipline as required.Maintain effective communication both on assigned shift and across shifts with other supervisors in both production, shipping, and maintenance.Creates employee schedules and monitors time through the Kronos timekeeping system.Maintains and consistently applies a thorough working knowledge of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.  Maintains compliance with all environmental policies and procedures; ensures that all city, county, state, and federal regulations relating to the maintenance crews are met at all times.

 

What you need to succeed:

Minimum of High School graduate; BS degreed preferred. Minium of 5 years supervisory experience in the paper industry.

 

Required Skills:

 

Excellent problem solving abilityAbility to communicate effectively Strong organizational and leadership skillsComputer experience – Microsoft Office 

 

Preferred Skills:

JDE experience

 

Physical Requirements:

Frequent standing, walking; occasional heights; outdoor and indoor conditions as well as occasional temp exposure due to machinery conditions of over 100⁰F.

 

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.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.