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

This position is responsible for all shipping, receiving and material handling functions within the Martinsville, VA warehouse.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

Coordinate and monitor the activities of employees engaged in receiving, shipping, and transporting product and materials; assure production lines are serviced efficientlyMaintain safe working environment through education, training, and continuous improvement of material handling functions; identify and correct safety deficiencies   Assure adherence to warehouse SOPs, GMPs and work rulesResponsible for proper maintenance of all warehouse equipment, including scheduling preventative and routine maintenanceManage inventory through cycle counts and audits to verify results; investigate and correct discrepancies Maintain documentation of customer requirements and train warehouse personnel accordinglyResponsible for compliance with OSHA, DOT and IATA regulations and standardsResponsible for performing supervisory functions such as training, employee development, performance evaluations, and enforcing company policies and procedures for both hourly and salary reportsLead and assist all Warehouse Supervisors with any needs that arise in other sites as well as ensure their compliance to all Warehouse Supervisor duties.Closely monitor capacity levels in each site as well as workload to staff ratios to identify opportunities where adjustments can be made to provide balance across all sitesAssist in determining best sites to direct future warehouse opportunities in based on capacity and staffWork with Warehouse Supervisors to ensure safety, compliance, and drive efficiencies in all sitesFill in for other Warehouse Supervisors during vacations or other absencesOther duties as assigned

What you need to succeed:

High school diploma or equivalent; College degree preferredMinimum of two (2) years’ experience in a production environment and prior supervisory experience.Computer applications experience using MS Office: Word and ExcelAbility to effectively communicate with management and team membersMust possess excellent written and oral communication skillsExperience in a collaborative team environment, delegating workload and responsibilitiesAbility to assist in the coordination of large-scale projects

 

What we offer:

Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellenceComprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunitiesAn attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potentialBenefits 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.