Production Superintendent – Pulp & Paper Operations & Safety

WestRock Company; Delaware Water Gap (PA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision

401k with match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Production Superintendent for its Delaware Water Gap, PA mill. This leader will direct a 24/7 coated board operation, guiding shifts and driving safety, quality, and cost performance in a team-based environment.

The role requires strong paper-making knowledge, supervisory experience in a union setting, and a focus on continuous improvement, performance metrics, and cross-function collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum BS in Chemical/Mechanical Engineering or Pulp & Paper science.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate production of a one-machine coated board mill with direct/indirect supervision.
• Promote safety and enforce OSHA compliance in all mill operations.
• Plan and direct production activities and establish priorities to optimize operations and cost.
• Coordinate with Customer Service, Maintenance, Quality, and Shipping to maximize utilization.
• Review production reports (OEE, downtime, waste) to identify root causes.
• Prepare reports for the Operations Manager and assist capital planning.
• Drive continuous improvement and update methods to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Revise schedules due to equipment issues or last-minute demands while protecting safety.
• Supervise five Shift Supervisors and participate in recruitment and training.
• Ensure wastewater treatment plant operates efficiently and in compliance.
• Lead special projects and provide mill support as needed.
• Participate in employee relations per policies and labor agreement.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety leadership

Continuous improvement

Communication

Operations planning

Education

BS in Chemical/Mechanical Eng or Pulp & Paper science

Tools

PI (Process Information System)

JDE

MS Office & CMMS

Job description

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Production Superintendent for its Delaware Water Gap, PA mill. This leader will direct a 24/7 coated board operation, guiding shifts and driving safety, quality, and cost performance in a team-based environment.

The role requires strong paper-making knowledge, supervisory experience in a union setting, and a focus on continuous improvement, performance metrics, and cross-function collaboration.