Paper Machine Technical Assistant

Paper Machine Technical Assistant– Mahrt Paper Mill ( Columbus, GA area)

WestRock (NYSE: WRK) partners with our customers to provide differentiated paper and packaging solutions that help them win in the marketplace. WestRock’s 50,000 team members support customers around the world from more than 350 operating and business locations spanning North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Learn more at www.westrock.com

The Mahrt mill produces high quality packaging coated paperboard and is highly profitable. Year after year Mahrt continues to deliver unprecedented safety, reliability, production, and financial results.

The Paper Machine Technical Assistant provides technical support by monitoring, investigating, evaluating, and making recommendations for improving quality, quantity, and cost in the Paper Machine Department.

Reporting Relationship: The Paper Machine Technical Assistant reports directly to the Paper Machine Manager.

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT WESTROCK:

· Review and analyze production reports to identify issues impacting production.

· Lead root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and quality and cost improvement trials.

· Assist with the management of annual budget, providing forecasts and reviewing monthly costs.

· Lead the departmental ISO compliance program.

· Actively promote safety and environmental compliance.

· Other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED:

· BS Degree in a related field such as Chemical Engineering or Pulp and Paper Science.

· 5 years or more of Paper Machine experience preferred.

· Experience with Microsoft Office Suite including MS Excel is required.

· Strong technical aptitude and analytical skills.

· Strong verbal and written communication skills.

· Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

· SAP experience preferred.

· Six Sigma green belt certification preferred.

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

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

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.

Keywords: OMC, operations coordinator, paper machine supervisor, assistant superintendent, operations, maintenance, process manager, area process manager, area leader, process engineer, process engineering, production, shift leader, paper machine supervisor, paper mill supervisor, foreman, tour foreman, shift foreman, front line leader, shift manager, front line manager, area leader, shift coordinator, shift manager, paper machine, liner, linerboard, paper, coated paper, containerboard, sbs, sbb, paper, paperboard, kraft, kraft board, kraft paper

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Work Location: In person

Salary : $110,000 - $120,000