Paper Machine Assistant Superintendent

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Description & Requirements

WestRock (NYSE :WRK) 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 more fiber-based packaging forward.

The Opportunity

Primary Area of Responsibility: Operational responsibility from the High-Density storage chests through Stock Prep, Wet-End, Dry Sections, Coater, Winder Roll Line. The Assistant Superintendent also maintains a close working relationship with their respective Area Maintenance Supervisor on scheduling maintenance work.

How You Will Impact Westrock

• Actively promotes and models safety in all aspects of daily mill operations.
• Assists in troubleshooting and resolving operational issues.
• Provides shift supervision on a vacation relief basis.
• Identifies and executes process improvement projects aimed at increasing safety, quality, and productivity.
• Generates work instructions for development of the Compliant Pro training system.
• Coordinate production crew training.
• Assists in the planning and execution of scheduled outages.
• Participate in the operations call duty rotation.
• Assists in the development and implementation of department goals and objectives.
  
  

What You Need To Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or Paper Science and a minimum of 2 years of experience in the paper industry (preferred) or practical papermaking experience with a minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in the paper industry.
• Functional knowledge of the paper manufacturing process including recycle pulping, stock preparation, and paper machine operations.
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Capability to develop and desire to promote to the Machine Superintendent role.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Proficiency in applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization, both hourly and salaried.
• Exercise independent and discretionary judgment.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior supervisory experience in a Union environment.
• LSS (Six Sigma) Green Belt Certification
• Proficient in PI (Process Information System) or equivalent process database.
  
  

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WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. 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.