Description & Requirements
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.
At Smurfit Westrock we offer a long-term career with a clear path of advancement in a thriving, dynamic environment. Join us and be a part of a world-class team that's shaping the future of packaging.
Career Opportunity
The Production Supervisor will be responsible for the safe and efficient production operations within the facility. In this role you will communicate performance expectations to ensure production targets and metrics are met, achieve production demands, supervise machine productivity and quality, as well as supervising, coaching, and mentoring of team members.
This position is located at the Knox, IN facility to work 2nd shift 4pm - 2am.
How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock
* Manage manufacturing employees to include performance reviews and disciplinary actions
* Make recommendations to improve safety, environmental and health of the entire facility
* Manage the day-to-day operations of the shift with constant emphasis on safety, quality, delivery and cost.
* Monitor production activities to eliminate waste and ensure adherence to production and shipping schedule
* Work with other team members to control and improve efficiencies, minimize labor overtime, downtime and repair expenses
* Control load factors and workflow to ensure maximum use of available capacity and effective use of labor, tools and equipment
* Execute safety briefs to team members on designated shift, daily, weekly, monthly and annually
* Monitor workplace safety environment to identify and address any unsafe conditions
* Ensure compliance with plant safety regulations, safe work practices, plant policies, and encourage employees to become safety-conscious
* Monitor and track production daily goals for the Converting machines utilizing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and report results on the plant scorecard
* Manage workforce planning, including fulfillment of work schedules and adherence to attendance policies (vacations, floating days, call ins, etc.)
* Communicate effectively with all functional areas of the plant to ensure all production needs are successfully achieved
* Promote positive employee relations and interdepartmental communication and collaboration
* Supervise daily production activities, including oversight of team members, and monitor performance levels of each team member
* Monitor and participate in Daily Management Systems (DMS) to track progress against production goals and enable performance excellence
What You Need To Succeed
* High School diploma or G.E.D. - Required
* Bachelor's degree (Business Management, Engineering or Operations Management) - Preferred
* 3+ years of manufacturing supervisory experience - Required, Packaging Experience preferred.
* Experience working in a Lean environment; Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification.
* Proven experience in operations, manufacturing, or supply chain
* Excellent communication and listening skills.
* Proven track record of effective problem-solving
* Ability to embrace continuous improvement.
* Strong collaboration and teaming skills with stakeholders across functions
* Ability to coach and train employees
* Ability to be an on-shift resource for troubleshooting problems in the process as well as maintenance issues.
* Ability to make independent, effective decisions.
* Possess the ability to be a self-directed team player.
* Flexibility to work multiple shifts.
Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
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The Sales Representative prospects and engages new customers to develop new business for our plants, manages current customer relationships.
The Sales Representative will partner with management to complete budget planning, work with the area operations teams to sell open machine capacity and value-added services while supporting cross-functional teams to ensure sales strategy execution.
How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:
Business Excellence
Effectively articulate our sales vision and strategy in the pursuit of new business opportunities, develop a robust sales pipeline, and manage select existing customer relationshipsAbility to navigate within a customers organizational structure and build relationships at multiple levels within accountsDrive Commercial Excellence to exceed our area volume and profit goals through new account development within targeted segments, growth in existing accounts, actively participate in margin improvement initiatives and both drive and support enterprise sales effortsDevelop working relationships with other Smurfit Westrock facilities to create opportunities for additional revenue streams across the enterprise capabilitiesIdentify pricing dynamics within accounts to provide insights to Smurfit Westrock commercial decisionsUnderstand market dynamics and business drivers that define long-term commercial strategies and have an impact on our area and develop strategies to reach company objectivesUtilize internal resources to leverage knowledge of market trends and competitionDefine overall account vision, Play to Win and account growth plan for targeted customers by aligning market trends and customer needs with Smurfit Westrock solutionsDeliver results by executing on weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targetsMeet or exceed individual budgeted and volume sales goals to contribute to the organizations annual targets objectivesMonitor profitability levels to track progress against budgeted targets and analyze monthly financial summariesEffective utilization of CRM system (Salesforce.com) to manage opportunities and pipeline on a consistent basisManage contractual relationships and negotiate multi-year contractsPeople and Culture
Seek and qualify prospective customers in accordance with Sales strategyCollaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective execution of the overall Sales strategyCollaborate with cross-functional teams to identify value add opportunities to improve marginsManage customer engagement through the sales lifecycle to ensure contractual obligations are met and to enable customer satisfactionWhat you need to succeed:
Bachelors degree preferred2-3+ years business-to-business (B2B) Sales experience (Manufacturing/service industry preferred)Ability to create and deliver engaging presentations to internal and external audiencesDemonstrated sales competence and financial acumenExperience with Salesforce.comMicrosoft Office Excel, OutlookWhat we offer:
Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.Benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match and more!A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work. Read LessThe Opportunity: The Forklift Operator is responsible for loading and unloading trucks; warehousing product and materials and supplying production lines with requested product and/or components.
Pay rate: $16/hr. plus a 0.50 cent shift diff
Schedule: 3pm-11pm
How Will You Impact Smurfit Westrock Packaging Solutions:
Inspect forklift daily at the start of the shift ensuring all safety features are operational.
Complete checklist documenting inspection.
Safe operation of forklift, moving materials throughout the facility.
Assure all materials shipped and warehoused are handled in a manner that prevents damage.
Load and unload trucks; warehouse products and materials.
Use an RF scanner for receipts, issues to lines, returns, and bar code locations.
Verify all counts, quantities and descriptions of products and materials received, shipped or warehoused.
Service production lines, delivering product and/or components as requested.
Timely and accurate completion of paperwork associated with the movement of product and materials.
Responsible for the general cleanliness of the warehouse and the loading docks.
Perform regular inventory and cycle counts.
Safely change forklift propane tanks and/or batteries as needed.
Assist other departments as needed.
Responsible for the overall Safety and cleanliness of equipment and area.
Work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Overtime is required.
Perform other duties as assigned.
What You Need to Succeed
High School Diploma or equivalent
2+ years of Sit-down Forklift Experience.
Ability to effectively communicate with management and team members.
Perform basic math functions.
Ability to work independently or within a team environment.
Ability to perform tasks under pressure, and within a deadline-driven environment.
Ability to handle detail-oriented work.
General fluency in English required, verbal and written.
Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or scheduled form.
Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods as a primary job responsibility.
Capacity to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. intermittently during a typical work shift.
Observance of established safety guidelines in conducting physical work activity duties.
Wear protective equipment as required.
What We Offer
Corporate culture is based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety, and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
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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 safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
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