Shift Supervisor - Paper Mill

Smurfit-Westrock; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 82,500 - 137,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Bonus potential

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Shift Supervisor to lead safety-driven production in our paper mill. You will oversee crews, enforce policies, and drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, and efficiency.

The role requires a proven safety record, strong analytical and leadership skills, and a bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Paper Science or Mechanical) with 3+ years supervisory experience in the pulp and paper industry. Salary range reflects varied locations.

Qualifications

• A work history which demonstrates a proven commitment to safety.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting and decision-making skills.
• Strong organizational skills: prioritizing, detail, and production timing.
• Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to coach and mentor.

Responsibilities

• Support the goals of the business unit as set by the Paper Mill Manager and Mill Coordinators in Safety, Environmental Stewardship, production and standards.
• Ensure crew safety, train and adhere to policies; intervene to stop unsafe activities.
• Inspect equipment, oversee housekeeping, and write work orders for deficiencies.
• Assess performance of crews and initiate continuous improvement actions.
• Coordinate production activities to meet department goals and optimize uptime.
• Assist operating crew with problem solving and coordinate maintenance activities.

Skills

Safety mindset

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Decision making

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical/Paper/Mechanical)

Job description

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

The opportunity:

The Shift Supervisors core responsibilities are to support the goals of the business unit as set by the Paper Mill Manager and Mill Coordinators in Safety, Environmental Stewardship, production and maintaining proper standards.

How you will impact WestRock:

Responsible for all aspects of crew safety, including training and adherence to policies and procedures. Must have courage to intervene and stop activities that are, or appear, unsafe.

Includes periodic inspections of all area equipment, housekeeping of facilities, and includes the writing of work orders when deficiencies are observed.

Continually assess the performance, productivity, skill, and weaknesses of the crews. Recommend and initiate solutions for continuous improvement.

Coordination of department production activities, using discretion and decision-making skills, to meet Company and Department goals. Work with Area Management and Operators to efficiently optimize department productivity and uptime.

Assist operating crew with problem solving needs.

Coordination with paper mill maintenance and shutdown activities.

Place priorities on maintenance work on shift and oversee the completion of work. This could include discretionary decisions about parts, materials, and personnel with respect to the spending of company monies.

Monitor work in progress of operating crews, and their completed work, to ensure that quality standards are met within the prescribe time frame.

Direct supervision of bargaining unit employees in the paper mill. This includes, but is not limited to, initiating corrective action and commendations.

Understand and follow the Bargaining Agreement and the Seniority Work Rules as they relate to personnel coordination.

Support department by engaging and participating in team meetings.

What you need:

A work history which demonstrates a proven commitment to safety is required.

Strong analytical, trouble shooting and decision-making skills.

Strong organizational skills: the ability to prioritize, maintain attention to detail and recognize time constraints as related to production optimization.

Team player with a positive attitude that will continuously pursue strategies to ensure safety and quality and build rapport with the crews. The desire to teach, coach, mentor and promote the success of a dynamic, goal oriented and fast paced environment.

A bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Paper Science or Mechanical) is preferred.

A minimum of 3 years supervisory experience in the pulp and paper industry.

Compensation Offered

Pay range: $82,500 – $137,500 DOE

Bonus/Commission Eligible: Yearly Short-Term Incentive Program (STIP) Bonus based off metrics

Benefits Offered

WestRock offers a variety of benefits and group health insurance options, the premium costs of which are currently shared by employees and WestRock (e.g., health, dental, vision, disability, flexible spending account, HSA, life insurance, paid time off, employee assistance program, matching 401K).

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.

A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

The salary range for this position is $82,500.00 - $137,500.00, depending on your role, level, and location. The range listed is also the expected pay for roles in Illinois and Colorado. The benefits for this role include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 15 days of paid vacation, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your pay will be based on factors such as your skills, experience, and education.