Regional manager Jobs in Evansville, IN

Description & Requirements

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.

The Opportunity :

The Regional Manufacturing Maintenance Manager is responsible for maintenance, optimization, reliability, and operational performance programs for assigned recycle plants including improving equipment safety. This role also supports division wide initiatives related to capital development and deployment and Performance Excellence programs.

Major Job Responsibilities :

• Helps in the development and implementation of recycle plant operating processes and procedures through collaborating with stakeholders across the division to ensure proper preventative maintenance programs, operational standards, and that project management protocol is followed.
• Assigns responsibilities, timelines for preventative maintenance and project milestones. Ensures timely and effective resolution through metrics and clear project plans.
• Establishes culture of safety, ownership, quality, and operational performance. Supports this with metrics, engagement and accountability of others and self.
• Ensures assigned facilities are aligned with other recycle plant operations and have consistent understanding of equipment success criteria and measurements including common equipment performance metrics and KPI’s.
• Provides support and guidance needed to minimize and control downtime events and achieve uptime and equipment capability performance goals. Work closely with plants to help support a common preventive maintenance program for each site in assigned region.
• Develops capabilities within the local plant team to ensure coordination with all stakeholders and execution of plans.
• Supports the effective utilization of teams and the use of problem-solving tools to drive improvement and actively participate in six sigma, DMAIC and Kaizen projects.
• Identifies and drives operational excellence and improves priorities to eliminate waste and improve results.
• As a key decision maker around equipment optimization, understands and communicates priorities while building consensus and buy in.
• Leads and provides input and support on Capital and Major Projects including but not limited to project development, justification, equipment sourcing selection and project management as needed.
• Applies lean manufacturing principles when identifying and sharing SOP’s and best practices.
• Works closely with peers and manager to ensure appropriate coverage and resources across all Recycle plant operations.
• Creates an atmosphere that encourages engagement and drives results.
• Champions projects and tasks in accordance with WestRock’s policies and procedures to motivate and foster teamwork.
• Coaches others and provides on-going feedback and support to improve equipment performance.
• Identifies opportunities to involve others in new and challenging work assignments that advance the skills and capabilities of individuals, teams, and the organization.

What You Need :

What we offer :

Corporate culture is based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence.

Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.

A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

WestRock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce : Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans.

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.