Summary:

The Production Superintendent position directs and coordinates, through direct report supervisory personnel, manufacturing activities utilizing his/her knowledge of product function, production methods and procedures, and machine and equipment capabilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Plan and direct production activities and establish production priorities for products consistent with effective operations and cost factors

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Coordinate production activities with procurement (production planning dept), maintenance, and quality control activities to obtain optimum production and utilization of personnel, machines, and equipment

• Ensure on a daily basis all WestRock Merchandising Displays standards and customer commitments (i.e., Safety, Waste reduction, R&A, output, on-time delivery) are followed within the plant

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Review and analyze production reports (OEE, downtime, waste, etc.) to determine causes of nonconformity with product specifications, and/or operating or production problems

• Prepare and submit reports as required by the Operations Manager

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Collaborate with and assist the facility GM in the development and implementation of operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives; monitor all control procedures, recommending improvements to the Operations Manager as appropriate

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Revise production schedules and priorities as needed as a result of equipment failure, operating problems or last minute customer demands

• Supervise the facility’s production supervisors; responsible for employee training and development

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Establish individual and group goals and accountabilities and evaluate work performance for direct reports; review and approve performance evaluations for indirect reports

• Build an effective partnership with plant hourly employees in an effort to improve overall plant production

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Handle employee relations issues in accordance with Divisional and Corporate policies and procedures; participate in the recruitment and selection of manufacturing personnel

• Direct, maintain and enforce the safety program for the department; assure compliance with OSHA and WestRock regulations and guidelines

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Lead and participate in special projects, as needed

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This job has direct and indirect supervisory responsibilities.

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