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. As a Production Manager, you will provide leadership and direction to the manufacturing facility including 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 qualityMaintain 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 proceduresEnsure compliance with OSHA and Smurfit Westrock regulations and guidelines to uphold quality expectations of customers and companyPartner with Plant Safety Manager to effectively communicate and enforce the safety program to the facility staffIdentify training and development opportunities for facility’s Production Supervisors and monitor progress against performance goalsManage 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 appropriateEnsure all Smurfit Westrock standards and customer commitments (i.e., safety, waste reductions, R&A, output, and on-time delivery) are followed within the plantDevelop 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 satisfactionMaintain 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. Works through conflict constructivelyAdaptability: Demonstrates agility, flexibility, and a willingness to modify one’s approach to achieve desired results; respond quickly to changing demands, processes, and updated informationAccountability: Holds self and others responsible for actions and resultsCommunication: Creates and delivers engaging presentations to internal and external audiences; develop new communication strategies and approaches to communicate data, insights, and critical messages resulting in clear understandingDecision-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 consensusProblem-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:

Microsoft Office- Excel, Outlook, PowerPointMachinery 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 timeOccasionally positioning oneself low to the ground in a kneeling position for up to 5 minutes at a timeOccasionally reaching by extending fingers on one hand • Occasionally reaching by extending one armOccasionally using fingers to grasp with one handOccasionally using fingers to pinch with one handOccasionally using fingers to type with two handsOccasionally exerting force by pulling up to 10 lbs of weightOccasionally exerting force by lifting up to 10 lbs of weightThe spoken exchange of ideas to be performed loudly up to 25% of the timeThe spoken exchange of ideas to be performed quickly 50-75% of the timeThe 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 temperaturesOccasionally works indoors, in an environment that is climate controlledOccasionally works outdoors in natural environmental conditions (both hot and cold)Occasionally works indoors in an environment that is not climate controlled and has low temperaturesConstantly stands/walks for 1-6+ hours at a timeThe role is occasionally sedentary, which entails sitting or being stationaryNoisy work environment; maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations

 

What you need to succeed:

Required: Conversion and corrugated experiencePreferred: 3-5 years in manufacturing industry, supervisory experienceKnowledge of machinery and how to identify issues and troubleshoot equipmentAbility to learn proprietary software programs for the Corrugated Manufacturing systemsInspire others to develop themselves and seek out continuous learning opportunities by serving as a role model and seeking out personal developmental opportunitiesLeverage manufacturing knowledge to achieve business objectives, such as to solve problems, develop new ideas, or build the businessDemonstrate a general ability to use multiple methods for measuring employee performanceProven experience with lean and continuous improvementAbility to communicate effectively to all employees and to customers, both verbally and in writingAbility 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.DPreferred: 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.