Management Trainee

Avature; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable packaging solutions is seeking a Management Trainee. This role offers extensive training through departmental rotations, providing insights into manufacturing processes and project management. Candidates must hold a relevant Bachelor’s degree and be willing to relocate, fostering a career in a dynamic environment emphasizing integrity and excellence.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and development opportunities

Attractive salary and benefits package including medical and retirement plans

Corporate culture focused on integrity and sustainability

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in engineering or operations management.
• Strong focus on safety and ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing environments and organize workload.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through various functions, learning key manufacturing processes.
• Act as a team leader and project manager on analytical projects.
• Explore opportunities to optimize production and improve quality.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Attention to Detail

Adaptability

Effective Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Operations Management

Job description

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.

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.

The Management Trainee will rotate through various functions, typically spending six months to a year in an assigned function which provides exposure and knowledge to various areas of the business. The intent is to identify an area of the business that will engage the individual in their career aspirations. The Management Trainee will learn about People, Processes, Prevention, and Performance. These are the processes that go into making a product safely, within quality parameters, at a cost and productivity that is market competitive. Within three years, the individual should have a well- rounded understanding of WestRock and its manufacturing processes

How you will impact WestRock:

• Continually exploring opportunities to optimize production, improve quality, and environmental safety and reduce cost. Department rotations include: Quality, Production, Reliability, Sales/Customer Service to ensure thorough understanding of each area in manufacturing.
• Demonstrates a general understanding of various sources of information or data that are relevant to the business; summarizes or integrates information for routine problems or issues with oversight from others as necessary.
• Gain an understanding of Quality Management Systems, Customer Information Systems, Capital Funding, Production Scheduling, Load Planning, Kaizen, and other essential functions of the plant processes.
• Act as a team leader and project manager for various analytical projects including bottlenecking analysis, various Kaizen projects, quality corrective action problem solving, etc.
• Recognizing errors or differences; plans and completes work with thoroughness, giving attention to specific information and individual details, conditions, necessary record keeping, and elements of that work.
• Plans, prioritizes, and manages time spent on accomplishing tasks to increase productivity and efficiency; demonstrates awareness and control over amount of time spent on activities; meets deadlines.
• Clearly exchanges thoughts, ideas, and messages through written, verbal, and non-verbal methods that promote an understanding with the target audience; listens carefully and attentively.
• Plans, arranges and/or monitors work to ensure achievement of desired results; establishes a systematic course of action to accomplish objectives.
• Works effectively with others to complete a task or achieve a common objective; ability to cooperate in both interpersonal and team relationships to foster enthusiasm and maintain mutual trust, candor, and respect for others. Works through conflict constructively.
• Applies ‘out of the box’ thinking and thorough research to develop creative new ideas and approaches to accomplish a goal or objective in an efficient and effective way.

What you need to succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing work environments
• Strong focus on safety and attention to detail
• Strong leadership skills and an ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels
• Interested in Manufacturing and/or Corrugated Packaging
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload
• Must be willing to relocate

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 and 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.

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.