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WestRock Company Paper Machine No.5 Supervisor in Evadale, Texas
WestRock - Paper Mill Supervisor - Evadale, TX
WestRock is a company where each of us genuinely belongs, is respected and valued, can do our best work, and where diversity, inclusion and equity are competitive advantages!
The Opportunity:
As the Paper Mill Supervisor for 5PM, you will be responsible for the personnel, safety, environmental impact, quality, cost, and performance for the in line coated board paper machine throughout his/her shift. You will identify opportunities within the shift to improve performance and execution, coordinate and manage the quality/production efforts of the paper machine hourly team, and lead efforts to achieve key performance metrics that support overall mill goals.
How you will impact WestRock:
Manage the quality of the Paper Machine output, ensuring all product is within specifications and meets customer needs
Model and promote safety within the shift by leading safety meetings, responding to potential hazards, coordinating with shift maintenance to correct hazards, performing safety audits, and partnering with advocates and safety leaders to support all safety program initiatives
Manage performance and downtime of the Paper Machine by troubleshooting and preventing issues that could cause downtime or breaks and resolving issues in timely fashion
Work with other salaried personnel to ensure equipment downtime is fully utilized and scheduled to optimize the maintenance work that can be performed while the machine is down
Partner with the Maintenance Supervisor and Maintenance Planner to identify and prioritize maintenance work on the Paper Machine
Review Paper Machine production and quality results on the mill’s database(s) daily
Lead the accident/incident investigation for any incidents that occur in the department
Assist with the review and approval of engineering drawings and designs to prevent equipment and/or process conflicts
Utilize the Paper Mill Department’s Standard Operating Procedures, Paper Machine Department’s General Operating Procedures, Operating Guidelines and Grade Recipes
Assist with the review and identification of root causes for customer issues
Supervise the Paper Machine hourly employees and ensure necessary training, development, and support
Establish individual goals and evaluate work performance for direct reports
Develop effective partnerships with plant hourly employees to improve overall plant production
Assist with the review and updating of department training material, specifically working with operators to coach them in the qualification process
Responsible for conducting business with integrity and respect, being accountable, and actively pursuing excellence to help achieve WestRock’s Path to One Goals
Monday-Friday position with nightly and weekend call duty requirements
What you need to succeed:
High School diploma or G.E.D. required
Must have minimum of 5 years of pulp/paper mill experience
3+ years of direct supervisory experience on paper machines required
Experience implementing safety initiatives
Proven track record of leadership and project management skills leveraged to enable employees to achieve goals and objectives
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills leveraged to motivate stakeholders and achieve alignment across the organization
Ability to learn proprietary software programs
Aligned with our company values of Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Excellence
What 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 to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and much more!
A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
WestRock (NYSE:WRK) partners with our customers to provide differentiated paper and packaging solutions that help them win in the marketplace. WestRock's team members support customers around the world from locations spanning North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Learn more at www.westrock.com.
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.