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Reliability Manager Jobs in Longview, WA (NOW HIRING)

Smurfit Westrock

Mgr II, Mfg Ops

Longview, WA · On-site

Working with vendors to optimize machine and achieve target reliability. * Facilitate the ... Actively demonstrate support for Paper Mill Manager and assigned machine core team including ...

Smurfit Westrock

Mgr I, Mfg Ops

Longview, WA · On-site

$91K - $152K/yr

Working with vendors to optimize machine and achieve target reliability. * Facilitate the ... Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Manager. What you need: * A BS degree in ...

Westrock

Mgr I, Mfg Ops

Longview, WA · On-site

$91K - $152K/yr

Working with vendors to optimize machine and achieve target reliability. * Facilitate the ... Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Manager. What you need: * A BS degree in ...

Westrock

Mgr II, Mfg Ops

Longview, WA · On-site

$121K - $203K/yr

Working with vendors to optimize machine and achieve target reliability. * Facilitate the ... Actively demonstrate support for Paper Mill Manager and assigned machine core team including ...

Atlas Mechanical Inc.

Mechanical P.E.

Woodland, WA · On-site

Atlas Mechanical Inc. values practical expertise, reliability, and collaboration on job sites. Role ... managers and field teams, and conducting site inspections to verify installation quality. The ...

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LANXESS

Maintenance Planner Scheduler

Kalama, WA · On-site

$69K - $92K/yr

Manage the maintenance backlog to ensure timely execution and minimize overdue work. * Ensure preventive maintenance activities are scheduled and completed in alignment with reliability goals.

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How much do reliability manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for reliability manager in Longview, WA is $126,524.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $101,800.00 and $150,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a reliability manager do?

A Reliability Manager is responsible for ensuring that equipment, processes, and systems operate efficiently and consistently to minimize downtime and maximize performance. They develop and implement reliability strategies, conduct root cause analyses, and oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs. Their role involves working closely with maintenance teams, engineers, and production staff to improve asset reliability and extend equipment lifespan. Additionally, they analyze failure data, recommend improvements, and help optimize operational costs through reliability-centered maintenance practices.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a reliability manager?

A Reliability Manager needs strong analytical skills, a solid background in engineering or maintenance, and experience with reliability-centered maintenance methodologies. Familiarity with tools like Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and certifications such as Certified Reliability Engineer (CRE) are often required. Leadership, problem-solving, and the ability to communicate complex technical information clearly are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills help ensure equipment uptime, optimize maintenance processes, and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.

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Mgr II, Mfg Ops

Smurfit Westrock

Longview, WA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead Paper Machine performance by managing productivity, uptime, quality rejects, and improvement projects.

  • Oversee safety, environmental performance, product quality, costs, and equipment efficiency on the paper machine.

  • Manage and develop the paper machine operations team, including training, performance management, and coordination of work activities.

Smurfit Westrock rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 278 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

61st of 122 rated packaging manufacturers

Job description

General Information
Job ID
ATR64211
Posting Job Title
Paper Machine Superintendent
Locations
WA Longview Mill
Employment Type
Full Time
Date Posted
31-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.
The opportunity:
The Paper Machine Superintendent is responsible for Paper Machine safety performance, environmental performance, product quality, costs and equipment efficiency, and productivity. This position will direct a system with the purpose of optimizing overall paper machine performance results. The Paper Machine Supt is also responsible for the direction of an Operations Maintenance Coordinator, process engineering support, operator training program, and union hourly employees assigned to the paper machine.
How you will impact WestRock:
  • Actively assist in developing a safety culture at the floor level resulting in an injury free workplace and assist in implementing paper mill safety efforts at the crew level.
  • Develop and implement process to promote safety engagement with operating team members.
  • Lead Paper Machine Performance in regard to productivity, uptime, quality rejects, and other paper machine improvement projects.
  • Implement and drive process to ensure proper performance machine rounds are completed and operator logs reviewed multiple times per day.
  • Prepare and plan for outages and Lock Out/Tag Out and lead the execution strategy.
  • Serve as the floor level lead in the implementation of a Continuous Improvement culture.
  • Lead the RI process and ensure actionable items completed timely.
  • Drive capital improvement process on Paper Machine. Determine needs, develop projects, and be operations lead through the entire capital process.
  • Drive cost reduction process. Monitor costs (chemical, maintenance, machine clothing, etc) and develop cost reduction priorities. Implement cost reduction processes.
  • Quality control oversight for Paper Machine.
  • Working with planning on machine schedules and grade structure.
  • Working with vendors to optimize machine and achieve target reliability.
  • Facilitate the development of the knowledge and skills of employees to improve machine performance.
  • Periodic weekend duty coverage as Paper Mill Representative.
  • Actively demonstrate support for Paper Mill Manager and assigned machine core team including attending Core Team Meetings.
  • Develop a positive, proactive, enthused, and energized workforce.
  • Actively coach other paper machine superintendents and support their efforts and needs when issues arise.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Paper Mill Manager.

What you need:
  • A BS degree in Engineering or equivalent Paper Machine Supervisory experience.
  • 10+ years of Machine Level Supervisory Experience is preferred.
  • Strong trouble shooting and decision-making skills required.
  • Strong organizational skills and acumen for analytical tools to provide direction to Process Engineer.
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills
  • Computer skills /ability to develop a proficiency is mandatory.
  • Periodic weekend duty.
  • Respond to machine issues afterhours, weekends, holidays as required.
  • Position requires regular keyboarding, sitting, standing and walking as well as occasional lifting of 25lbs or more. Work is performed in both an office environment and all paper mill operational areas where one may be exposed to environmental noises and hazards as well as severe climate changes.
  • Use of proper personal protection equipment is required depending on the location and potential hazards including safety shoes, safety vest, hard hat, gloves, hearing protection, safety glasses, and respiratory protection.

Leadership and Management Responsibilities
  • Manages paper machine engineering support team members, Paper Machine Operations Maintenance Coordinator, and Paper Machine Crews. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work at the crew level; performance management; mentoring; managing disciplinary actions; fielding complaints and communicating to Paper Mill Manager to assist in problem resolution.
  • Position has direct reporting responsibilities to the Paper Mill Manager which includes assignment of work to Crews and compliance with policies and applicable laws and oversight of individual salaried performance or issues.
  • Directs and supervises the work of contract employees on floor level activities.
  • Provides assistance to cross-functional project teams as assigned by the Paper Machine Manager.
  • Manage and maintain operations within allocated performance metrics and floor level budget metrics.

Compensation Offered
  • Salary Range: $121,875 - $203,125 Salary based on experience of candidate. Short-Term Incentive Plan bonus available.

Benefits Offered
WestRock offers a variety of benefits and group health insurance options, the premium costs of which are currently shared by employees and WestRock (e.g., health, dental, vision, disability, flexible spending account, HSA, life insurance, paid time off, employee assistance program, matching 401K).
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.

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 $121,875.00 - $203,125.00, 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. To learn more about this posting, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process. You may apply online at Smurfit Westrock External Careers and the application window is expected to close by 31-Oct-2026.

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