Paper Machine Operations Leader

Smurfit Westrock; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Jacksonville, FL, seeks a Paper Machine Superintendent to lead production on one of two paper machines at the Seminole Mill. This role focuses on safety, quality, productivity, and cost control, with responsibility for operating a Corrugated Medium Machine and contributing to succession planning for the Mill.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in engineering and at least five years of leadership in the paperboard industry, strong knowledge of paper making, and proven

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred (Paper Science, Chemical, or Mechanical).
• Minimum five years of leadership in the paperboard industry, preferably in union environment.
• Strong knowledge of safe operating practices and systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills (technical and other).
• Excellent planning, organizational, time management and prioritization skills.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and independent judgement to identify opportunities and deliver results.
• Strong RCFA skills to identify root cause, corrective actions, and execute same.
• Proficient computer skills (including MS Office), JDE or equivalent CMMS, PI Data Management, Compliant Pro document control

Responsibilities

• Providing leadership to machine personnel to ensure overall safe operations
• Lead safety systems and processes that support achieving annual goals
• Maintain an environment of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence
• Empower and engage teammates to improve department performance
• Identify developmental needs and facilitate training of machine personnel
• Ensure quality systems are in place and comply with customer specifications
• Plan and control production performance
• Monitor compliance with standard operating procedures
• Coordinate efforts with maintenance, operations, and technical departments
• Develop and maintain methods for tracking and reducing operational costs
• Develop and execute strategic plans to increase overall machine efficiency
• Manage and develop assistant superintendent for future roles
• Lead a department and all associated responsibilities that come with it

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture

Communication

Problem-solving

Planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

MS Office

JDE

CMMS

PI Data

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Jacksonville, FL, seeks a Paper Machine Superintendent to lead production on one of two paper machines at the Seminole Mill. This role focuses on safety, quality, productivity, and cost control, with responsibility for operating a Corrugated Medium Machine and contributing to succession planning for the Mill.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in engineering and at least five years of leadership in the paperboard industry, strong knowledge of paper making, and proven