Coordinator II

Smurfit Westrock; Conover (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Competitive compensation

Safety & inclusion culture

Job summary

Smurfit WestRock is seeking a Materials Coordinator II to maintain production, inventory, and costing data for active jobs. You will monitor WIP, validate material usage, and support inventory control while collaborating with Production, Scheduling, Accounting, Purchasing, and Inventory Control teams.

You will help ensure accurate reporting, maintain 5S standards, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence at the Conover plant.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in manufacturing, production planning, inventory control, costing, or related operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and business reporting systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with ERP systems and reporting tools.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Verify boards, corrugated material, production schedules, and cost sheets for active manufacturing jobs.
• Review and analyze WIP impact statements to identify discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Track and manage Re-WIP, barcode inventory, and stock assigned to production jobs.
• Coordinate allocation and scheduling of combo production runs to maximize material utilization and efficiency.
• Run and review WIP reports to identify and clear unused or unconsumed inventory.
• Facilitate bi-annual and annual WIP inventory counts and provide inventory documentation for Accounting.

Skills

Manufacturing & inventory control

Excel

Analytical thinking

Data validation

Cost analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Reporting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP systems

Manufacturing reporting tools

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

Responsible for maintaining the accuracy of production, inventory, and costing information for active manufacturing jobs. The Materials Coordinator II monitors Work-in-Process (WIP) inventory, validates production and material usage data, supports inventory control activities, and ensures operational and financial accuracy. This role works closely with Production, Scheduling, Accounting, Purchasing, and Inventory Control teams to support efficient plant operations. Maintain housekeeping and 5S standards established by management. Follow all Smurfit WestRock Core Values and Behaviors. Additional duties may be assigned by the department manager.

How You Will Impact Smurfit WestRock

• Verify board, corrugated material, production schedules, and cost sheets for active manufacturing jobs.
• Review and analyze WIP Impact Statements to identify discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Track and manage Re-WIP, barcode inventory, and American Converting stock assigned to production jobs.
• Coordinate allocation and scheduling of combo production runs to maximize material utilization and operational efficiency.
• Run and review WIP reports to identify, investigate, and clear unused or unconsumed WIP inventory.
• Facilitate bi-annual and annual WIP inventory counts and provide accurate inventory documentation for Accounting.
• Serve as backup support for Daily Dashboard reporting and key operational performance metrics.
• Maintain supply inventories and assist with purchasing materials required for plant operations.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and Operational Excellence Pillar Teams.
• Collaborate with Production, Scheduling, Purchasing, Inventory Control, and Accounting teams to ensure accurate reporting and inventory management.
• Support initiatives focused on inventory accuracy, cost control, process improvement, and operational efficiency.
• Maintain compliance with all safety policies, SQF requirements, workplace procedures, and housekeeping standards.
• Follow all PPE requirements, Safety Absolutes, S.T.E.P. procedures, and safety participation programs.

What You Need To Succeed

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in manufacturing, production planning, inventory control, costing, or a related operational environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and business reporting systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles and production scheduling processes.
• Knowledge of cost analysis and data validation practices.
• Ability to effectively utilize ERP systems and manufacturing reporting tools.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.

What We Offer

• A workplace culture built on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing opportunities to learn and grow.

Competitive Compensation Based On Experience, Skills, And Performance.

A career with a global packaging leader where Safety, Sustainability, and Inclusion are foundational to daily operations

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.