Job Information
WestRock Company Production Supervisor in Dallas, Texas
Position: Production Supervisor
Job Code: MOPOM2 + Supv, Mfg Ops
Location: Dallas, TX
The Opportunity:
The Dallas Mill is a 100% recycle coated paperboard mill located in Dallas, TX. The Production Shift Supervisor is responsible for the successful floor level leadership of the daily operation of the mill to achieve maximum sustained safety excellence, environmental compliance, ensuring quality specifications are followed and production targets are maintained at or above budgeted levels. Areas of responsibility include one paper machine, stock preparation systems, and shipping. The position reports to the Mill Superintendent within the Production Department.
How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock:
Lead plant safety policies and procedures including housekeeping practices.
Promote safety engagement among all employees.
Lead pre-shift safety meetings.
Build effective relationships with all internal departments.
Communicate effectively with all functional areas of the mill to ensure all production needs are successfully achieved.
Promote positive interdepartmental communication and collaboration.
Control process and production workflow to ensure safe and effective use of available equipment capacity, labor, and tools.
Directs the shift mechanical and electrical maintenance resources.
Ensure adherence to quality standards.
Coach and counsel team members to perform to mill standards.
Be the first point of contact for all hourly employee concerns.
Complete daily timekeeping duties, attendance reports, and shift reports accurately.
Job Competencies:
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills with the ability to make decisions
Effective oral and written communication skills
Strong organizational and leadership skills
Computer skills should include Outlook Email and Microsoft Office
Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts
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 consistently apply a thorough working knowledge of the Collective Bargaining Agreement
What You Need to succeed:
Minimum of HS graduate
Minimum of 3 years supervisory experience in a production environment
Strong leadership skills
Effective process management skills
Excellent communication skills
Effective problem-solving capabilities
Preferred Qualifications:
Paper industry experience
Bachelor\u2019s degree (Engineering or Paper Science degree preferred)
Working Conditions:
Physical requirements: frequent standing, walking, occasional heights; outdoor and indoor conditions as well as summer temperatures of over 100\u2070F.
This is a rotating shift position.
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.
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.
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.
