WestRock is seeking a Paper Machine Superintendent (Business Unit Leader). This position commands the full accountability and responsibility of a papermaking business unit. The scope of responsibility will be from the pulper conveyor to the finished roll conveyor. This position provides the leadership to the business unit resources, both assigned and aligned and is accountable for the operating unit’s business results.How you will impact WestRock:Safety
Responsible for the overseeing of the safety performance of the business unit
Ensures adequate follow up and investigation for incidents within the business unit
Supports Mill Safety Leadership Team
Quality
Ensures conformance to the established quality management system
Participates in the resolution of customer concerns and quality issues
Cost/Business
Develops annual operating plans and objectives with management
Provides leadership to business unit to operate to plan
Participates in the long term strategic planning of the business unit
Develops the business unit annual capital plan with Mill Operations, Engineering and -Maintenance
Participates in the engineering and design of business unit capital projects
Sponsors the approved capital spending within the business unit
Participates in the negotiations of short and long term agreements
Production/Operations
Participates in line outage planning to insure thorough planning and successful execution of the outage to plan
Approve work orders and assists with priority setting
Provides daily business unit direction to the Shift Team Coordinator and Line Team Coordinator
Leadership
Provides business unit leadership and direction for the business unit activities utilizing the assigned and aligned resources.
Establishes common goals and objectives to achieve desired business results
Assigns required tasks and projects to business unit resources to accomplish stated goals and objectives
Facilitates the ‘self managed’ work team culture within the business unit
Drives use of DMSI daily rounds and use of Daily Management System (DMS)
Culture
Cultivates the horizontal and vertical concept for continuous improvement
Establishes personal and business unit cultural goals
Participates in the performance evaluations of the aligned resources
Participates in Mill and Line Team Standing Committees
Exemplifies and cultivates behaviors supporting Mill Core Values of Respect, Trust, Integrity, Responsibility and Initiative
Training
Provides technical expertise for the business unit
Provides leadership for the successful execution of the Operations Pay for Skills training system
Develop personal professional development plans
Housekeeping
Conducts periodic housekeeping audits to ensure standards are achieved
What you need to succeed:The successful candidate will have a BS degree in related field such as Chemical Engineering or Pulp and Paper science; minimum five years' experience in pulp and paper industry or HS diploma with minimum of 15 years of experience in multiple papermills. Demonstrated computer competency.Helpful Experience:Operational experience desirable. Excellent interpersonal skills in verbal and written communications. Ability to respond in urgent situations. Ability to multi-task several priorities and projects simultaneously. Ability to plan long and short-term solutions to safety, quality, cost, productivity concerns. Possess advanced theoretical and practical papermaking skills. Strong orientation for process optimization. Open minded, good listener. Enthusiastic, motivated, high initiative. Trouble Shooter, creative thinker, problem solving with a responsibility for business unit results. Demonstrated safe work practices and behavior. Desire to drive to resolution. Demonstrated computer competency specifically in Microsoft Word, Excel, and OSI PI Systems. Presents a professional image. ISO Experience or similar quality management system experience.Performance Factors:
Verbal Communication
Written Communication
Analysis
Judgement
Planning & Organization
Individual Leadership
Listening
Initiative
Tenacity
Technical/Professional Knowledge
Compensation Range$142,600-227,600The above range represents the expected base salary for this position. The actual salary may vary based upon several factors including, but not limited to relevant skills and experience, credentials for the position, time in an applicable role, and geographic location.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.