Production Superintendent

Smurfit Westrock; Delaware Water Gap (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

401k with match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Production Superintendent to direct and coordinate the operations of a one-machine coated recycled board mill at Delaware Water Gap, PA. The role reports to mill leadership and focuses on safety, quality, production and cost performance, with involvement in long-term planning and KPI reviews.

You will supervise five Shift Supervisors, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate with maintenance, quality and shipping teams to meet commitments while maintaining

Qualifications

• BS degree in related field (Chemical/Mechanical Engineering or Pulp & Paper science).
• Ten years' experience in pulp and paper industry.
• Five years supervisory experience in a union environment.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate production operations 24/7 with direct and indirect reports.
• Enforce safety programs and OSHA compliance.
• Plan production activities and set priorities for cost-effective operations.
• Coordinate with Customer Service, Maintenance, Quality Control and Shipping/Receiving.
• Review production reports and determine causes of nonconformities.
• Prepare reports for the Operations Manager; support capital planning.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and update operating methods.
• Lead recruitment and development of manufacturing personnel.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Process knowledge

Safety leadership

Performance improvement

Education

BS degree in Chemical/Mechanical Engineering or Pulp and Paper science

Tools

PI

JDE/CMMS

MS Office

Job description

Location: Delaware Water Gap, PA (Stroudsburg paper mill)

The Opportunity:

The Production Superintendent position directs and coordinates, through direct and indirect report supervisory personnel, manufacturing activities of a one machine Coated Recycled Board mill to expand the capabilities of both the process & personnel to sustain best in class operating and cost performance. The Superintendent is a key member of the Mill Leadership Team and will be integral to mill long term planning and success. Results are reviewed through mill key performance metrics for safety, quality, production, productivity, and succession planning.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

• Through direct action and with direct reports (Shift Supervisors) manage the production operation safely and efficiently 24 hours per day and seven days per week
• Actively promote and model safety in all aspects of daily mill operations. Direct, maintain and enforce the safety program for the department; assure compliance with OSHA and Smurfit Westrock regulations and guidelines
• Plan and direct production activities and establish production priorities consistent with effective operations and cost factors
• Coordinate production activities with Customer Service Department, Maintenance, Quality Control and Shipping/Receiving activities to obtain optimum production and utilization of personnel, machines, and equipment
• Ensure daily all standards and customer commitments (i.e., Safety, Waste Reduction, Reporting & Analysis, Production, on-time delivery) are followed within the plant
• Review and analyze production reports (OEE, downtime, waste, etc.) to determine causes of nonconformity with product specifications, and/or operating or production problems
• Prepare and submit reports as required by the Operations Manager
• Provide input and recommendations for capital planning
• Collaborate with and assist the facility OM in the development and implementation of operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives; monitor all control procedures, recommending improvements to the Operations Manager as appropriate
• Revise production schedules and priorities as needed as a result of equipment failure, operating problems or last-minute customer demands while ensuring customer quality and employee safety is not compromised
• Directly supervise five Shift Supervisors: responsible for employee training and development
• Environmental compliance. Ensure efficient operation and troubleshooting of the wastewater treatment plant
• Provide mill support as part of the Operations Call Duty rotation
• Establish individual and group goals and accountabilities and evaluate work performance for direct reports; review and approve performance evaluations for indirect reports
• Build an effective partnership with plant hourly employees and maintenance team to improve overall plant safety performance, equipment uptime, operational costs, and production
• Handle employee relations issues in accordance with Divisional and Corporate policies and procedures along with practices covered in the local labor agreement
• Participate in the recruitment and selection of manufacturing personnel
• Lead and participate in special projects, as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

What you need to succeed:

• Strong functional knowledge of the paper manufacturing process including recycled pulping, screening & cleaning, wet end operations, drying, coating, and winding
• Ability to work in a team-based environment, participating, coaching, and leading Performance Excellence Teams to achieve mill goals
• Demonstrated strong written & verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices
• Proficient in PI (Process Information System) utilization or equivalent process database
• Proficient in JDE or equivalent CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)
• Proficient in word processing, spreadsheet, database, and graphics (such as MS Office applications) to store, organize and analyze department operational data as well as generate training documents

Education/Experience

• BS degree in related field such as Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Pulp and Paper science
• Minimum ten years' experience in pulp and paper industry
• 5 years supervisory experience in a union environment

Preferred Qualifications

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, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and much more!
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.