Paper Mill Production Leader

Smurfit Westrock; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit WestRock in Florence Mill seeks a Production Supervisor for the Paper Department. The role focuses on safety, reliability, cost, quality, productivity, and employee engagement in a goal-driven environment. It requires coordinating with Fiber and Power/Utilities and shift supervisors to ensure seamless 24/7 operations.

The position is salaried-exempt and reports to the Paper Machine Superintendent. Candidates should have 3+ years of paper mill experience and preferably an engineering or

Qualifications

• 3+ years of paper mill experience is required.
• Engineering or Paper Science degree is preferred.
• Process engineering experience is a plus.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office, PI ProcessBook and JD Edwards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety, reliability, cost, quality, productivity, and employee engagement in the Paper Department.
• Coordinate with Fiber and Power/Utilities, and Department Shift Supervisors for 24/7 operations.
• Ensure SOPs and troubleshooting guides are current and understood by the team.
• Maintain cost optimization while meeting manufacturing targets.
• Foster a culture of self-directed, engaged teams and continuous improvement.
• Report to the Paper Machine Superintendent.

Skills

Paper mill experience

Safety leadership

Communication

Education

Engineering or Paper Science degree

Tools

PI ProcessBook

JD Edwards

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Smurfit WestRock in Florence Mill seeks a Production Supervisor for the Paper Department. The role focuses on safety, reliability, cost, quality, productivity, and employee engagement in a goal-driven environment. It requires coordinating with Fiber and Power/Utilities and shift supervisors to ensure seamless 24/7 operations.

The position is salaried-exempt and reports to the Paper Machine Superintendent. Candidates should have 3+ years of paper mill experience and preferably an engineering or