Job Summary: The Production Superintendent is responsible for managing direct reports, coordinating manufacturing activities utilizing knowledge of product functions, production methods, procedures and machine and equipment capabilities. A Production Superintendent will lead their team in setting the objectives and assure that these objectives are met. These objectives include, but are not limited to, production volumes, quality, safety, inventory, customer satisfaction, as well as meeting fiscal budgets. Major Job Responsibilities: Business Excellence \u2022 Maintain safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all control points, equipment, and resources; ensure compliance with established WestRock policies and procedures \u2022 Ensure compliance with OSHA and WestRock regulations and guidelines to uphold quality expectations of customer and company \u2022 Drive continuous improvement initiatives and monitor all control procedures, recommending improvements to the Plant Manager as appropriate \u2022 Revise production schedules and priorities as needed because of equipment failure, operating problems, or last-minute customer demands \u2022 Review and analyze production reports (OEE, downtime, waste, etc.) to determine causes of nonconformity with product specifications, and/or operating or production problems People and Culture \u2022 Collaborate with the Plant Manager in the development and implementation of operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality \u2022 Develop strong relationships with key members of the organization to better understand the overall business and upstream and downstream connections to prevent possible delays in production and shipment and impact on customer satisfaction \u2022 Ensure all WestRock standards and customer commitments (i.e., safety, waste reductions, R&A, output, and on-time delivery) are followed within the plant \u2022 Partner with Plant Safety Manager to effectively communicate and enforce the safety program \u2022 Manage workforce planning to ensure proper staffing levels to maintain productivity activities (i.e., order readiness, customer specifications, speed trails, etc.) \u2022 Maintain working relationship with the union by following the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement Job Description 2 \u2022 Identify training and development opportunities for facility\u2019s Production Supervisors and monitor progress against performance goals Critical Skills / Capabilities: \u2022 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. Works through conflict constructively \u2022 Adaptability: Demonstrates agility, flexibility, and a willingness to modify one\u2019s approach to achieve desired results; responds quickly to changing demands, processes, and updated information \u2022 Accountability: Holds self and others responsible for actions and results \u2022 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 \u2022 Decision-Making: Uses strong problem-solving skills and supporting information to arrive at optimal decisions in an appropriate timeframe; knows when to decide and/or when to seek additional input, and drive for consensus \u2022 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; reconciles conflicting and/or incomplete information to develop solutions Technical Skills: \u2022 Microsoft Office- Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint \u2022 Machinery acumen Other Qualifications: To perform the duties of the job, this role requires: \u2022 Occasionally ascending/descending foot stools (up to three rungs) \u2022 Occasionally positioning oneself low to the ground in a crouching position for up to 10 minutes at a time \u2022 Occasionally positioning oneself low to the ground in a kneeling position for up to 5 minutes at a time \u2022 Occasionally reaching by extending fingers on one hand \u2022 Occasionally reaching by extending one arm \u2022 Occasionally using fingers to grasp with one hand \u2022 Occasionally using fingers to pinch with one hand \u2022 Occasionally using fingers to type with two hands \u2022 Occasionally exerting force by pulling up to 10 lbs of weight \u2022 Occasionally exerting force by lifting up to 10 lbs of weight \u2022 The spoken exchange of ideas to be performed loudly up to 25% of the time \u2022 The spoken exchange of ideas to be performed quickly 50-75% of the time \u2022 The safe and accurate preparation and analyzing of data and figures, monitoring of a computer terminal, or inspection of small defects or parts Job Description 3 Work Environment: \u2022 Constantly works indoors in an environment that is not climate controlled and has high temperatures \u2022 Occasionally works indoors, in an environment that is climate controlled \u2022 Occasionally works outdoors in natural environmental conditions (both hot and cold) \u2022 Occasionally works indoors in an environment that is not climate controlled and has low temperatures \u2022 Constantly stands/walks for 1-6+ hours at a time \u2022 The role is occasionally sedentary, which entails sitting or being stationary \u2022 Noisy work environment; maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations Experience: \u2022 Required: Conversion and corrugated experience \u2022 Preferred:3-5 years in manufacturing industry, supervisory experience Education: \u2022 Required: High School diploma or G.E.D \u2022 Preferred: Associate degree, Business, Applied Science i.e. Technical 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. 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.