Corrugator Lead

WestRock Company; Von Ormy (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical w/ HSA

Dental Vision

Mental Health

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Job summary

WestRock Company in Texas is seeking a Corrugator Leader to oversee the entire production process, drive safety, quality and efficiency, and guide teams through daily operations.

You will supervise crews, implement procedures, train staff, and coordinate with maintenance while upholding company policies and safety standards. This role offers competitive benefits and a salary reflecting skills and potential.

Qualifications

• Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Experience supervising at least 5 people.
• Experience as Corrugator Operator or Corrugator Slitter Operator preferred.
• Read a tape measure accurately.
• Prior corrugated industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe, efficient production with minimum waste.
• Maintain established quality standards, machine efficiencies, and production levels.
• Train employees and provide continuous training, including cross training, for each crew member.
• Ensure the performance and documentation of quality control checks.
• Maintain materials necessary to perform production duties.
• Coordinate with supervision and maintenance on repairs or preventive maintenance and document with work orders.
• Know proper operating procedures for each position in the Corrugator.
• Establish high morale among subordinates through fairness and consistency.
• Process all reports completely, accurately, and in a timely manner.
• Improve managerial skills by attending seminars and courses with manager approval.
• Communicate with supervisory personnel to avoid confusion at shift changes.
• Implement, maintain, and support all company policies and procedures including safety.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

English proficiency

Team leadership

Converting operator qualification

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Tape measure

Job description

The Opportunity:

• Corrugator Leader is in charge of the entire production process for a particular or set of products. They plan, organize and recommend strategies in ensuring that the product is developed successfully, in accordance with all specifications. They supervise teams that work in operations and product development.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

• Ensure safe, efficient production with minimum waste
• Maintain established quality standards, machine efficiencies, and production levels
• Communicate these standards to staff
• Train employees and provide continuous training, including cross training, for each crew member
• Ensure the performance and documentation of quality control checks
• Maintain materials necessary to perform production duties
• Coordinate with supervision and maintenance on any necessary repairs or preventive maintenance and document with work orders
• Know proper operating procedures for each position in the Corrugator
• Establish high morale among subordinates by displaying fairness, consistency, and interest in employee problems
• Process all reports completely, accurately, and in a timely manner
• Improve managerial skills by enrolling and attending seminars and technical courses, with the approval of your manager
• Communicate with appropriate supervisory personnel to avoid confusion or problems at shift changes
• Implement, maintain, and support all company policies and procedures, including union contract, safety program, and good housekeeping
• Learn relevant local and company requirements, rules and procedures. Strictly follows rules and guidelines and always uses the right procedure for the job. Promptly reports incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions or processes. SW employees regardless of level, position or tenure are responsible for upholding the safety standards regulations and policies.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management

What you will need to succeed:

• High school diploma or GED
• Able to speak, read, comprehend, and write legibly in English
• Able to lift 25-50 lbs. on a consistent basis
• Read a tape measure with speed and accuracy
• Read and follow instructions on factory masters
• Have a working telephone number on record with Human Resources, Corrugator Superintendent/Supervisor, and Production Manager at all times
• Qualified Converting Operator
• Prior work experience in the corrugated industry, preferred
• 6 months’ experience as a Corrugator Operator or Corrugator Slitter Operator, preferred
• Supervisory experience as a proven manager/lead man of at least 5 people, preferred
• To successfully perform the essential functions of this role it requires the ability to: stand occasionally, walk frequently, frequent use of hands (reach with hands and arms), view computer monitor, use telephone, speak and listen frequently. The role requires occasional lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What we offer:

Benefit eligibility begins Day 1

Benefits include:

• Medical w/ HSA
• Dental Vision
• Mental Health
• 401(k) with 5% company match
• Paid vacation time & holidays
• Life Insurance & AD&D
• Short- & Long-term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement.

• 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.