Mgr II, Mfg Ops

Smurfit Westrock Company

$80K — $100K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering preferred (Paper Science, Chemical, or Mechanical) or relevant practical experience
  • Minimum of five years in the paperboard industry with leadership roles, ideally in a union setting
  • Strong knowledge of safe operating practices and systems
  • Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Proficient in oral and written communication
  • Skillful in problem-solving and troubleshooting
  • Well-organized with strong planning and time management abilities
  • Competent in using MS Office, JDE or other CMMS, and PI Data Management

Responsibilities

  • Lead production operations on one of the paper machines
  • Create and uphold a strong safety culture
  • Empower and engage machine personnel to enhance performance
  • Ensure compliance with quality systems and customer specifications
  • Collaborate with maintenance, operations, and technical teams
  • Monitor production performance and operational costs
  • Develop strategic plans to boost machine efficiency

Benefits

  • Relocation support for candidates moving to Jacksonville, FL
  • Opportunity for career advancement and succession planning
  • Inclusive work environment focused on integrity and excellence
  • Continuous training and development for personnel
  • Strong focus on employee engagement and empowerment
Full Job Description
General Information

Job ID

ATR63381

Posting Job Title

Paper Machine Superintendent

Locations

FL Jacksonville Seminole Mill

Employment Type

Full Time

Date Posted

15-Jun-2026

Relocation Support

Yes

Description & Requirements

CAREER OPPORTUNITY:

The Paper Machine Superintendent leads production operations on one of two paper machines at the Seminole Mill in Jacksonville, Fl. This position is responsible for creating a strong safety culture and work environment, continuously improving the quality, productivity, efficiency and cost of operation on a Corrugated Medium Machine. The Machine Superintendent must be a proven leader, with a strong knowledge of the paper making process, paper machines, supporting equipment and paper making skills. The position reports to the Operations Manager, with opportunity to become a key part of succession planning for the Mill.

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT SMURFIT WESTROCK:

  • Providing leadership to machine personnel to ensure overall safe operations
  • Lead safety systems and processes that support achieving annual goals
  • Maintain an environment of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence
  • Empower and engage teammates to improve department performance
  • Identify developmental needs and facilitate training of machine personnel
  • Ensure quality systems are in place and comply with customer specifications
  • Plan and control production performance
  • Monitor compliance with standard operating procedures
  • Coordinate efforts with maintenance, operations, and technical departments
  • Develop and maintain methods for tracking and reducing operational costs
  • Develop and execute strategic plans to increase overall machine efficiency
  • Manage and develop assistant superintendent for future roles
  • Lead a department and all associated responsibilities that come with it


WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering preferred (Paper Science, Chemical, or Mechanical). Candidates with commensurate practical papermaking skills and leadership experience will be evaluated
  • Minimum of five (5) years of experience and leadership responsibilities within the paperboard industry, preferably in union environment
  • Strong knowledge of safe operating practices and systems
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills essential
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills (technical and other)
  • Excellent planning, organizational, time management and prioritization skills
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and independent judgement to identify opportunities and deliver results
  • Strong RCFA skills to identify root cause, corrective actions, and execute same
  • Proficient computer skills (including MS Office), JDE or equivalent CMMS, PI Data Management, Compliant Pro document control


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Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

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