Manufacturing Maintenance Manager

Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate. Opportunity The Solvay Maintenance Manager will be responsible for supporting all aspects of the maintenance operation in a 100% recycled papermill including management of all maintenance employees, maintaining company assets, and managing work execution that strategically achieves mill and OME goals. How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock Support the core behaviors of Smurfit Westrock Responsible for the day to day maintenance of the mill Lead planning, scheduling, and work execution that strategically and tactically achieves mill OME goals. Resolve work problems and suggest plans to motivate employees to achieve goals through a team based environment Ensure plant equipment is maintained in a safe and compliant operating condition Assist in the planning of projects with the engineering team in the design, development, and installation of new equipment and existing equipment Develop, recommend, implement and execute procedures for maintenance as required Develop maintenance goals and objectives that align with mill goals and objectives Develop effective personnel to meet organizational needs as well as the development of succession plans within the maintenance department Ensures that performance reviews occur in a timely manner for all personnel and they are within the established Smurfit Westrock guidelines Responsible for planned outage coordination and management ensuring the safety of all personnel associated with the outage and timelines are met Address reactive/unplanned maintenance through rapid response and support continuous improvements through documentation, analysis and feedback to derive corrective action Lead the reliability program; support and lead improvement and growth of the department Develop, recommend and report measurements on key business activities in the maintenance area Responsible for demonstrating managerial leadership within maintenance resulting in efficient and effective utilization of our valuable human resources Manage expenditures consistent with budget and business plan. Supports development of budget and business plan annually Ensure that the maintenance team supports both preventative and predictive maintenance programs through analysis, planning and productivity Ability to work cooperatively with all departments and all levels of employees Development of relationships with outside vendors and contractors which would assist in the successful completion of machine outages Monitor the completion of job assignments through observation and inspections to ensure compliance and standards are met by maintenance Utilize the software models and JDE system as well as proficiency in MS office Perform all other duties as assigned What You Need To Succeed BS degree in Mechanical Engineering and a minimum five years' experience in maintenance, pulp and paper industry OR equivalent work experience in a maintenance position. Computerized maintenance management system/computer/Windows competencies. Team player, good listener, good communication skills, good interpersonal skills, good organizational skills, self-starter, highly motivated and results oriented. Leader in the areas of continuous improvement, goals setting and successfully leading change. Excellent knowledge of safety regulations, practices and procedures applicable to the work being done. Proven experience leading and developing maintenance personnel (electricians, mechanics, pipe fitters and other skilled tradesmen). Requires a working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems. Strong leadership skills in maintenance management. Must be proactive and action oriented relative to reaction to emergencies as well as preventative and predictive maintenance. Ability to prepare accurate and reliable reports containing findings, observations and conclusions from the data utilized. What We Offer Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence. Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities. An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential. Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match and more! A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work 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. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. The salary range for this position is $161,250.00 - $268,750.00, depending on your role, level, and location. The range listed is also the expected pay for roles in Illinois and Colorado. The benefits for this role include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 15 days of paid vacation, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your pay will be based on factors such as your skills, experience, and education. #J-18808-Ljbffr Smurfit Westrock