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Westrock

Mgr I, Mfg Ops

Roanoke Rapids, NC · On-site

... operate. CAREER OPPORTUNITY: The Paper Machine Assistant Superintendent engages production ... The Machine Superintendent must be a proven leader, with a strong knowledge of the paper making ...

Smurfit Westrock

Mgr I, Mfg Ops

Roanoke Rapids, NC · On-site

... operate. CAREER OPPORTUNITY: The Paper Machine Assistant Superintendent engages production ... The Machine Superintendent must be a proven leader, with a strong knowledge of the paper making ...

Koch Industries

Tissue Paper Machine Operator

Neenah, WI · On-site

$17.25 - $20.50/hr

... paper making process. At Georgia-Pacific we believe in creating a safe work environment where ... Operate paper machine within operational targets and limits based on paper trial specifications

Smurfit Westrock

Mgr II, Mfg Ops

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

... employees and the communities where we operate. CAREER OPPORTUNITY: The Paper Machine ... The Machine Superintendent must be a proven leader, with a strong knowledge of the paper making ...

Westrock

Mgr II, Mfg Ops

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

... employees and the communities where we operate. CAREER OPPORTUNITY: The Paper Machine ... The Machine Superintendent must be a proven leader, with a strong knowledge of the paper making ...

Domtar

Entry Level Operator

Johnsonburg, PA · On-site

$70K/yr

... operate our state-of-the-art equipment and systems. Our career progression provides opportunities to grow and develop your skills in the pulp and paper-making manufacturing technologies while ...

Smurfit Westrock

Entry Level Technician

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$23.77 - $28.31/hr

... operate. The Opportunity: Smurfit Westrock Solvay Mill is seeking Team Support Technician ... paper making. Pay Range: $23.77 per hour, and after probationary period, $28.31 per hour How you ...

Domtar

Entry Level Operator

Johnsonburg, PA · On-site

$70K/yr

... operate our state-of-the-art equipment and systems. Our career progression provides opportunities to grow and develop your skills in the pulp and paper-making manufacturing technologies while ...

Kemira

Sales Representative, P&HS NA, Midwest

OR · Remote

$110K - $130K/yr

... paper making operations, retention, sizing, strength, cleaning, defoamers, colorants ... We operate globally and serve a wide range of customers including municipal and industrial water ...

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Kemira

Sales Representative, P&HS NA, Midwest

OR · On-site +1

$110K - $130K/yr

... paper making operations, retention, sizing, strength, cleaning, defoamers, colorants ... We operate globally and serve a wide range of customers including municipal and industrial water ...

Westrock

Supv, Mfg Ops

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$82K - $137K/yr

... operate. The opportunity: The Production Specialist is responsible for ensuring safety and ... Experience working in paper making process is highly preferred. * Strong analytical, trouble ...

Smurfit Westrock

Supv, Mfg Ops

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$82K - $137K/yr

... operate. The opportunity: The Production Specialist is responsible for ensuring safety and ... Experience working in paper making process is highly preferred. * Strong analytical, trouble ...

Ranpak

Manager, Paper Operations

Kansas City, MO · On-site

Operate production lines when necessary to maintain throughput or cover staffing gaps. * Supervise ... Effective communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. * Demonstrated initiative and ...

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Paper Mill Assistant Machine Superintendent

Roanoke Rapids, NC • On-site

WestRock Company
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$15.25 - $17.75/hr

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Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Paper Mill Assistant Machine Superintendent


Locations


Employment Type


Full Time


Date Posted


27-Jul-2026


Relocation Support


Yes


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.


CAREER OPPORTUNITY:


The Paper Machine Assistant Superintendent engages production operations on one of two paper machines at the Roanoke Rapids, NC paper mill facility. This position is responsible for creating a strong safety culture and work environment, continuously improving the quality, productivity, efficiency and cost of operation on a Kraft and Linerboard Machine. The Machine Superintendent must be a proven leader, with a strong knowledge of the paper making process, paper machines, supporting equipment and paper making skills.


The position reports to the Paper & Logistics Manager, with opportunity to become a key part of succession planning for the Mill.


HOW YOU WILL IMPACT SMURFIT WESTROCK:



  • Providing leadership to machine personnel to ensure overall safe operations

  • Lead safety systems and processes that support achieving annual goals

  • Maintain an environment of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence

  • Empower and engage teammates to improve department performance

  • Identify developmental needs and facilitate training of machine personnel

  • Ensure quality systems are in place and comply with customer specifications

  • Plan and control production performance

  • Monitor compliance with standard operating procedures

  • Coordinate efforts with maintenance and technical departments

  • Develop and maintain methods for tracking and reducing operational costs

  • Develop and execute strategic plans to increase overall machine efficiency


WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:



  • Strong knowledge of safe operating practices, including Behavioral Based Safety

  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills essential

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills

  • Excellent troubleshooting skills (technical and other)

  • Excellent planning, organizational, time management and prioritization skills

  • Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and independent judgement to identify opportunities and deliver results

  • Strong RCFA skills to identify root cause, corrective actions, and execute same

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred (Paper Science, Chemical, or Mechanical). Candidates with commensurate practical papermaking skills and leadership experience will be evaluated

  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience and leadership responsibilities within the paperboard industry, preferably in union environment


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Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.


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.

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