Paper Machine Shift Supervisor

About the role

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go‑to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. Guided by the values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, the company delivers efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions.

The WestRock Paper Mill in West Point, VA is seeking a Production Supervisor for the Paper and Shipping departments. The supervisor will lead the daily operation of three containerboard paper machines, a recycle fiber plant, and shipping/logistics to achieve safety excellence, environmental compliance, quality specifications, and production goals.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate safety leadership and promote safety engagement to eliminate incidents.
• Deliver environmental excellence and compliance, supporting all initiatives and programs.
• Ensure product quality, workmanship, and exceed customer expectations.
• Manage crews and equipment to maximize reliability and machine efficiencies.
• Troubleshoot issues and coordinate supporting resources.
• Provide leadership and coaching to rotating‑shift operational crews in Paper and Shipping.
• Facilitate training of each crew member to maximize operator proficiency.
• Initiate and support safety, environmental, and quality incident investigations.
• Communicate production information and issues through multiple channels.
• Direct mechanical and electrical shift‑maintenance resources.
• Support planning and execution of machine outages.
• Maintain housekeeping in all areas.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field with 2+ years relevant experience, or High School diploma/GED with 7+ years related experience.
• Previous supervisory experience (preferred).
• Previous work experience in a unionized location (preferred).
• Ability to work rotating 8‑hour shifts.

Skills

• Working knowledge of Outlook Email, Acrobat Reader, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and ability to learn new applications.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Problem‑solving and analytical skills; ability to make decisions based on alarm or upset process conditions.
• Planning, organizational, time‑management and prioritization abilities.
• Proper selection and use of personal protective equipment per hazard requirements.
• Leadership and motivational abilities.
• Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office, IT basics, EPAM, PI.
• Analytical and decision‑making skills.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $82,500 – $137,500, depending on role, level, and location. The range also applies to comparable roles in Illinois and Colorado.

Benefits

• Short‑term bonus incentive.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Life and disability insurance programs.
• Paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law.
• 15 days of paid vacation.
• 11 days of paid holidays (subject to annual change).

Schedule

Work is performed on rotating 8‑hour shifts.