Pulp Mill Technical Assistant

Smurfit Westrock plc; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Pulp Mill Technical Assistant to drive process optimization and lead continuous improvement projects at their Evadale facility. This dynamic role involves collaborating with mill operations to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency while applying Lean-Six Sigma methodologies. The ideal candidate will have a background in engineering and experience in manufacturing, ready to take on challenges and contribute to a culture of excellence. Join a company committed to sustainability and innovation, where your skills will make a significant impact on the future of packaging solutions.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Employee Referral Bonus

Comprehensive Training

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in manufacturing or process improvement.
• Strong skills in planning, organizing, and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Optimize mill operations through continuous improvement projects.
• Lead cross-department initiatives to enhance performance.

Skills

Continuous Improvement

Problem Solving

Project Management

Team Leadership

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio)

Lean-Six Sigma Tools

Job description

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Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers, and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Position: Pulp Mill Technical Assistant

Location: Evadale, TX

The Opportunity

The Tech Asst, Mill (Sr. Specialist, Mfg Ops) is a position in the Technical Department supporting the Evadale Mill operations within the Consumer Mills Division located in Evadale TX. The position reports directly to the Sr Manager Technical for the facility. The Tech Asst, Mill will provide process optimization working directly with mill operations in driving projects for safety/environmental, quality, production efficiency, and cost reduction. The position is also expected to support the Performance Excellence effort at the Smurfit WestRock Evadale TX Mill. In this regard, the role requires skills/experience in continuous improvement and problem-solving processes like RCA, Lean-Six Sigma Tools and Methodology to improve mill performance. The individual will be assigned to lead or facilitate significant improvement projects within the Texas facilities or joint projects requiring collaboration with other business functions. The role will typically have an operations area focus to support the KPIs for that given area but will also be engaged to participate and lead cross-department and even cross-division projects as assigned. Project Management experience is required and the capability to span location-wide issues related to process and policy changes is important.

This position can be utilized as a developmental role to prepare the individual to move into roles of greater responsibility. Several advancement paths can be considered based upon the company needs and individual’s experience and performance. The position will require intermittent travel (< 10% anticipated) to support the mill, Consumer Mills, or WestRock Performance Excellence efforts.

How You Will Impact Smurfit WestRock

• Partner with operations to perform routines, projects, and troubleshooting work to optimize area performance and Management Operating Systems.
• Work with the mill leadership team and Department team to ensure Projects are scoped properly to identify, quantify, and prioritize improvement projects to achieve mill goals.
• Lead/support diagnostic efforts and analysis to identify project opportunities within mill operations and value chain. Support site longer-term facility planning and capital execution.
• Lead/facilitate chartered continuous improvement projects focused on cost reduction, efficiency improvement, quality/customer satisfaction, and safety as assigned. Utilize Lean-Six Sigma Tools, Methodology, and other processes.
• Be a highly visible valued servant leader for continuous improvement at the mill. Be a change agent, effectively coaching and consulting leaders and key stakeholders.
• May be asked to work on or lead projects involving customers, customer service, product development, and sales personnel to understand customer requirements and proactively address concerns or improve mix/volume.
• Responsible for conducting business with integrity and respect, being accountable, and actively pursuing excellence to help achieve Smurfit WestRock’s Path to One goals.

What You Need To Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering – Chemical, Mechanical, or Paper Science preferred
• Seeking 5 – 7 years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment in engineering, process improvement, or related technical capacity. Paper or similar industry experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated skills in planning and organizing work and time management for multiple assignments.
• Strong team skills in various roles – lead, mentor, participant.
• Prior process project experience or operational experience is desired. Experience in the use of structured problem-solving methodologies like Lean-Six Sigma is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to coach/mentor others in a classroom or informal setting.
• MS Office skills to include Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.
• Aligned with our company values of Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Excellence.

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.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer but before starting employment.

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other
• Industries
• Packaging and Containers Manufacturing