Production Manager Converting - Smurfit Westrock plc : Job Details

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.

Production Manager – Coal Center, PA

The Opportunity

As Production Manager, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating direct report supervisory personnel and manufacturing activities, utilizing your knowledge of product function, production methods, procedures, and machine and equipment capabilities. You will provide leadership and direction to the manufacturing facility, overseeing plant production, materials, equipment, and tools to ensure efficiency is maintained and projects remain on schedule.

How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock

• Collaborate with the General Manager in the development and implementation of operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all control points, equipment, and resources; ensure compliance with established Smurfit Westrock policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and Smurfit Westrock regulations and guidelines to uphold quality expectations of customers and the company.
• Partner with the Plant Safety Manager to effectively communicate and enforce the safety program to the facility staff.
• Identify training and development opportunities for facility's Production Supervisors and monitor progress against performance goals.
• Manage workforce planning to ensure proper staffing levels to maintain productivity (i.e., order readiness, customer specs, speed trails, set-up rodeos, etc.).
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and monitor all control procedures, recommending improvements to the General Manager as appropriate.
• Ensure all Smurfit Westrock standards and customer commitments (i.e., safety, waste reductions, R&A, output, and on-time delivery) are followed within the plant.
• Develop strong relationships with key members of the organization to better understand the overall business and upstream/downstream connections to prevent possible delays in production and shipment and impact on customer satisfaction.
• Maintain a working relationship with the union by following the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Critical Skills / Capabilities

• Collaboration: Works effectively with others to complete a task or achieve a common objective; ability to cooperate in both interpersonal and team relationships to foster enthusiasm and maintain mutual trust, candor, and respect for others.
• Adaptability: Demonstrates agility, flexibility, and a willingness to modify one's approach to achieve desired results; responds quickly to changing demands, processes, and updated information.
• Accountability: Holds self and others responsible for actions and results.
• Communication: Creates and delivers engaging presentations to internal and external audiences; develops new communication strategies and approaches to communicate data, insights, and critical messages resulting in clear understanding.
• Decision-Making: Uses strong problem-solving skills and supporting information to arrive at optimal decisions in an appropriate timeframe.
• Problem-Solving: Applies knowledge to frame, simplify and solve complex issues; focuses on identifying root causes to create solutions in a timely and decisive manner.

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Office - Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Machinery acumen.

Other Qualifications

• To perform the duties of the job, this role requires:
• Occasionally ascending/descending foot stools (up to three rungs).
• Occasionally positioning oneself low to the ground in a crouching position for up to 10 minutes at a time.
• Occasionally positioning oneself low to the ground in a kneeling position for up to 5 minutes at a time.
• Occasionally reaching by extending fingers on one hand.
• Occasionally reaching by extending one arm.
• Occasionally using fingers to grasp with one hand.
• Occasionally using fingers to pinch with one hand.
• Occasionally using fingers to type with two hands.
• Occasionally exerting force by pulling up to 10 lbs of weight.
• Occasionally exerting force by lifting up to 10 lbs of weight.
• The spoken exchange of ideas to be performed loudly up to 25% of the time.
• The spoken exchange of ideas to be performed quickly 50-75% of the time.
• The safe and accurate preparation and analyzing of data and figures, monitoring of a computer terminal, or inspection of small defects or parts.

Work Environment

• Constantly works indoors in an environment that is not climate controlled and has high temperatures.
• Occasionally works indoors, in an environment that is climate controlled.
• Occasionally works outdoors in natural environmental conditions (both hot and cold).
• Occasionally works indoors in an environment that is not climate controlled and has low temperatures.
• Constantly stands/walks for 1-6+ hours at a time.
• The role is occasionally sedentary, which entails sitting or being stationary.
• Noisy work environment; maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations.

What You Need To Succeed

• Required: Converting and or corrugated experience.
• Preferred: 3-5 years in the manufacturing industry, supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of machinery and how to identify issues and troubleshoot equipment.
• Ability to learn proprietary software programs for the Corrugated Manufacturing systems.
• Inspire others to develop themselves and seek out continuous learning opportunities by serving as a role model and seeking out personal developmental opportunities.
• Leverage manufacturing knowledge to achieve business objectives, such as to solve problems, develop new ideas, or build the business.
• Demonstrate a general ability to use multiple methods for measuring employee performance.
• Proven experience with lean and continuous improvement.
• Ability to communicate effectively to all employees and to customers, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal effectively with others in challenging situations, using appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to resolve internal and external conflict.

Education

• Required: High School diploma or G.E.D.
• Preferred: Associate or Bachelor's degree, Business, Applied Science i.e. Technical.

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.