JOB SUMMARY
This position will provide technical support including troubleshooting and day-to-day technical support of the operations group, capital project management, leadership of continuous improvement projects, training of operations group personnel, and support of safety improvement projects.
ESSENTIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
•Troubleshoot technical issues, collect and analyze log sheet data, collect and analyze samples of various process streams.
•Plan, conduct, and report on machine trials aimed at optimizing operational performance
•Capital projects: manage capital projects ranging from $5k to as much as several million dollars in scope using competent and professional project management methods.
•Continuous improvement: lead and manage continuous improvement projects. Identify and quantify opportunities, collect and analyze data, propose, win support for, and implement solutions, monitor and evaluate results.
•Improve operations through crew training and development. Act as liaison between suppliers and crews.
•Actively support operations in safety improvement efforts.
•Rotate weekend call duty for production department
•Learn relevant local and company requirements, rules and procedures. Strictly follows rules and guidelines and always uses the right procedure for the job. Promptly reports incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions or processes. SWR employees regardless of level, position or tenure are responsible for upholding the safety standards regulations and policies.
•May be assigned to other projects and duties JOB QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering or related field preferred
• Training and certification in Six Sigma or similar curriculum, and/or proven work experience.
• 2-5 years’ experience in a paper or packaging or similar operation, with some supervisory experience
• High energy, with the ability to work in fast-paced environment
• Computer proficiency required PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
To successfully perform the essential functions of this role it requires the ability to: stand occasionally, walk frequently, frequent use of hands (reach with hands and arms), view computer monitor, use telephone, speak and listen frequently. The role requires occasional lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will encounter noise level typical of that of an office with computers, phones, printers, and light traffic. May encounter frequent interruptions throughout the day. May be required to work in a confined area and sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.
SAFETY TERM
Smurfit Westrock is committed to a safe and healthy workplace for all of our employees. This commitment is expressed in our Health and Safety (H&S) Policy, the SWR EHS Guidelines, and in the daily safe operations at our world-wide facilities. Working safely is standard practice at SWR -- the safety and health of our employees and the communities we serve is a high priority.
Employees must Learn, understand and implement the SWR H&S Guidelines applicable to their job.
•Give full support to SWR's safety processes. Individuals will strictly follow rules and guidelines and always uses the right procedure for the job
•Ensure that safety and health concerns are given primary consideration in all activities
•Assist in the development and accomplishment of safety goals and objectives
•Know and understand their individual safety responsibilities. Understands own role in the emergency response plan, and participates in emergency drills
•Comply with applicable safety codes, laws, regulations, SWR's Guidelines and standards
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.