WestRock

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.

As a Maintenance Supervisor you will oversee maintenance operations using precision and preventative maintenance to maximize plant and production equipment up-time. In this role, you will be a servant leader impacting the development of craftsmen by providing coaching to ensure adherence to preferred maintenance practices to maximize efficiency and safety.

How you will impact WestRock:

• Assist and provide direction to craftsmen with equipment troubleshooting to mitigate downtime
• Monitor and approve inventory orders to control storeroom spend according to planned budget
• Ensure compliance and proper use of parts and equipment according to preferred maintenance practices
• Oversee craftsmen’s compliance with corporate, division, plant safety and environmental rules and procedures
• Lead development and implementation of continuous process improvement of reliability plans in the plant
• Demonstrate ownership of business and management goals by effectively leading craftsmen to align on objectives
• Lead safety efforts by identifying high-risk situations, conducting safety meetings, and coordinating maintenance related safety activities
• Provide leadership and coaching in safety, training, and work allocation to uphold the standards of maximum safety for all maintenance employees
• Collaborate with operations and mechanical leaders to plan, schedule and execute daily and break-in work and to increase measured reliability metrics

What you need to succeed:

• 2-year technical degree in a Maintenance related discipline or related work experience
• 3 - 5 years of experience in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field
• Working knowledge of maintenance techniques and equipment (i.e. pumps, valves, motors, gear boxes)
• Safety mindset with thorough understanding of safety policies and procedures
• Initiative to problem solve and take independent action
• Great communication with the ability to adjust communication style and interact across all levels of the organization
• Able to exhibit a ‘can-do’ approach and inspire others to excel
• Must be organized with great time management to manage multiple priorities

What we offer:

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
• Full benefits, eligible on day one of employment with generous 401K match.
• 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.

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