Sr. Operations Manager - Battle Creek Mill

Career Opportunity

The Sr. Operations Manager leads the mill-wide effort to improve safety, environmental compliance,

product quality, and production. This position has direct management of day-to-day operations managing

all areas of the paper mill.

How You will impact Smurfit Westrock

\u2022 Perform as site leader to coordinate all functions, on and off site, in support of mill objectives and

growth.

\u2022 Actively promote safety excellence by modeling safety leadership and expecting it of both peers and

leaders on site

\u2022 Ensure systematic and complete commitment to fulfilling the expectations of our Safety Management

System.

\u2022 Lead in a way that inspires employees to follow all applicable OSHA regulations, company safety

standards and Mill policies.

\u2022 Ensure environmental compliance with federal, state and local statutes, company environmental

standards and Mill policies.

\u2022 Operate in a manner that meets customer expectations and Battle Creek Mill quality policy.

\u2022 Maximize production while maintaining alignment with demand and fiber inventory to achieve mill

balance.

\u2022 Support Lean 6 Sigma activities and champion the overall improvement of the mill\u2019s cost position.

\u2022 Build and sustain operating processes (e.g., Daily Management system, Operator Basic Care) that

support equipment performance and reliability goals.

\u2022 Supports the development of operational forecasts and budgets to improve mill profitability.

\u2022 Drives systematic improvement in mill operations and other mill processes like communications,

safety, quality, employee engagement.

\u2022 Develop leaders through training, stretch assignments, feedback, the performance management

process, etc.

\u2022 Works with managers and supervisors to develop SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, relevant,

timely) goals that properly align with stated mill goals and hold them accountable for the defined

results.

\u2022 Build positive relations with employees and union leaders based on the Smurfit Westrock values of

Integrity, Respect, Loyalty and Safety.

What You need to succeed

\u2022 Minimum of 10-15 years operational experience with paper industry experience preferred.

\u2022 Bachelor\u2019s degree in an engineering discipline is highly preferred.

\u2022 At least 5-7 years of leading salaried direct reports in a manufacturing environment.

\u2022 General understanding of mill-wide operations.

\u2022 Strong experience working in a union environment.

\u2022 Must be a strong cultural leader with demonstrated communication skills and a high sense of urgency

and attention to detail.

\u2022 Must possess excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with employees at all levels of

the organization.

\u2022 Must be able to clearly define objectives and expectations and be effective in involving others in the

achievement of those objectives.

\u2022 Ability to direct continuous improvement in all areas, but with special emphasis on safety,

environmental, quality, production, and cost.

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.