Senior Mill Process Improvement Specialist

Smurfit Westrock plc; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

Smurfit WestRock plc seeks a Mill Technical Assistant (Sr. Specialist, Mfg Ops) to support Evadale Mill operations in Texas. You will drive process optimization, safety, quality and production efficiency, leading improvement projects and guiding cross‑functional teams.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, RCA and Lean‑Six Sigma methodologies to advance mill performance and collaborate with other business functions across the site. Travel <10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering – Chemical, Mechanical or Paper Science preferred.
• 5–7 years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment in engineering, process improvement or related technical capacity.
• Demonstrated planning and organizing skills with good time management for multiple assignments.
• Strong teamwork skills in various roles including lead, mentor, and participant.
• Experience with Lean‑Six Sigma is preferred.
• Ability to coach/mentor others in formal or informal settings.
• MS Office skills including Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.
• Aligned with company values of Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Excellence.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operations to perform routines, projects and troubleshooting work to optimize area performance and Management Operating Systems.
• Lead/assist in scoping improvement projects to meet mill goals with proper prioritization.
• Lead or support diagnostic efforts to identify opportunities within mill operations and value chain.
• Lead continuous improvement projects focusing on cost reduction, efficiency, quality and safety using Lean‑Six Sigma tools.
• Serve as a visible servant leader for continuous improvement and coach stakeholders.
• Collaborate across functions on projects involving customers, service, product development and sales when needed.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Project management

Time management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Chemical, Mechanical or Paper Science)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Visio

Job description

Smurfit WestRock plc seeks a Mill Technical Assistant (Sr. Specialist, Mfg Ops) to support Evadale Mill operations in Texas. You will drive process optimization, safety, quality and production efficiency, leading improvement projects and guiding cross‑functional teams.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, RCA and Lean‑Six Sigma methodologies to advance mill performance and collaborate with other business functions across the site. Travel <10% may be required.