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WestRock Company Production Supervisor in Ravenna, Ohio
Production Supervisor - Ravenna, OH
The opportunity:
The Production Superintendent is responsible for managing direct reports, coordinating manufacturing activities utilizing knowledge of product functions, production methods, procedures and machine and equipment capabilities. A Production Superintendent will lead their team in setting the objectives and assure that these objectives are met. These objectives include, but are not limited to, production volumes, quality, safety, inventory, customer satisfaction, as well as meeting fiscal budgets.
How you will impact WestRock:
Business Excellence:
Maintain safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all control points, equipment, and resources; ensure compliance with established WestRock policies and procedures
Ensure compliance with OSHA and WestRock regulations and guidelines to uphold quality expectations of customer and company
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and monitor all control procedures, recommending improvements to the Plant Manager as appropriate
Revise production schedules and priorities as needed because of equipment failure, operating problems, or last-minute customer demands
Review and analyze production reports (OEE, downtime, waste, etc.) to determine causes of nonconformity with product specifications, and/or operating or production problems
People and Culture:
Collaborate with the Plant Manager in the development and implementation of operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality
Develop strong relationships with key members of the organization to better understand the overall business and upstream and downstream connections to prevent possible delays in production and shipment and impact on customer satisfaction
Ensure all WestRock standards and customer commitments (i.e., safety, waste reductions, R&A, output, and on-time delivery) are followed within the plant
Partner with Plant Safety Manager to effectively communicate and enforce the safety program
Manage workforce planning to ensure proper staffing levels to maintain productivity activities (i.e., order readiness, customer specifications, speed trails, etc.)
Maintain working relationship with the union by following the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement
Identify training and development opportunities for facility\u2019s Production Supervisors and monitor progress against performance goals
Critical Skills / Capabilities:
Collaboration: Works effectively with others to complete a task or achieve a common objective; ability to cooperate in both interpersonal and team relationships to foster enthusiasm and maintain mutual trust, candor, and respect for others. Works through conflict constructively
Adaptability: Demonstrates agility, flexibility, and a willingness to modify one\u2019s approach to achieve desired results; responds quickly to changing demands, processes, and updated information
Accountability: Holds self and others responsible for actions and results
Communication: Creates and delivers engaging presentations to internal and external audiences; develops new communication strategies and approaches to communicate data, insights, and critical messages resulting in clear understanding
Decision-Making: Uses strong problem-solving skills and supporting information to arrive at optimal decisions in an appropriate timeframe; knows when to decide and/or when to seek additional input, and drive for consensus
Problem-Solving: Applies knowledge to frame, simplify and solve complex issues; focuses on identifying root causes to create solutions in a timely and decisive manner; reconciles conflicting and/or incomplete information to develop solutions
Technical Skills:
Microsoft Office- Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
Machinery acumen
Other Qualifications
To perform the duties of the job, this role requires:
Occasionally ascending/descending foot stools (up to three rungs)
Occasionally positioning oneself low to the ground in a crouching position for up to 10 minutes at a time
Occasionally positioning oneself low to the ground in a kneeling position for up to 5 minutes at a time
Occasionally reaching by extending fingers on one hand
Occasionally reaching by extending one arm
Occasionally using fingers to grasp with one hand
Occasionally using fingers to pinch with one hand
Occasionally using fingers to type with two hands
Occasionally exerting force by pulling up to 10 lbs of weight
Occasionally exerting force by lifting up to 10 lbs of weight
The spoken exchange of ideas to be performed loudly up to 25% of the time
The spoken exchange of ideas to be performed quickly 50-75% of the time
The safe and accurate preparation and analyzing of data and figures, monitoring of a computer terminal, or inspection of small defects or parts
Work Environment:
Constantly works indoors in an environment that is not climate controlled and has high temperatures
Occasionally works indoors, in an environment that is climate controlled
Occasionally works outdoors in natural environmental conditions (both hot and cold)
Occasionally works indoors in an environment that is not climate controlled and has low temperatures
Constantly stands/walks for 1-6+ hours at a time
The role is occasionally sedentary, which entails sitting or being stationary
Noisy work environment; maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations
What you need to succeed:
Required: High School diploma or G.E.D
Preferred: Associate degree, Business, Applied Science i.e. Technical
What we offer:
Corporate culture is based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
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.