Paper Machine Leader: Safety, Uptime & Quality

Smurfit Westrock; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Longview, WA, seeks a Paper Machine Superintendent to drive safety, environmental and quality performance on the paper machine. You will lead a diverse team, including union hourly staff, coordinate maintenance, and guide process improvement initiatives to maximize uptime and product quality.

Responsibilities include directing capital projects, implementing LOTO, coaching leaders, and promoting an engaged workforce with a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering or equivalent Paper Machine Supervisory experience.
• Strong trouble shooting and decision-making skills required.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Computer skills /ability to develop a proficiency is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Direct the Paper Machine safety performance, environmental performance, product quality, costs and equipment efficiency.
• Lead Paper Machine Performance in regard to productivity, uptime, quality rejects, and other improvement projects.
• Drive capital and cost reduction processes for the Paper Machine and lead the entire capital process.
• Develop a positive, proactive, energized workforce and coach other superintendents.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Troubleshooting

Decision making

Computer skills

Education

BS degree in Engineering

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Longview, WA, seeks a Paper Machine Superintendent to drive safety, environmental and quality performance on the paper machine. You will lead a diverse team, including union hourly staff, coordinate maintenance, and guide process improvement initiatives to maximize uptime and product quality.

Responsibilities include directing capital projects, implementing LOTO, coaching leaders, and promoting an engaged workforce with a strong safety culture.