Pressroom Lead

Pressroom LeadSmurfit 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 OpportunityWhen you join Smurfit Westrock, you will be joining a team that creates sustainable paper and packaging solutions that help move the world forward. In this role, you will lead pressroom operations to ensure the safe, efficient, and timely production of high-quality products that meet or exceed customer expectations. You will serve as the technical expert and lead operator, helping train team members, improve processes, reduce downtime, and drive operational excellence. Working closely with operators, packers, maintenance, and production leadership, you will play a critical role in supporting productivity, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.How You Will Make an ImpactLead daily pressroom operations to achieve production, quality, and safety objectives.Train and develop press operators and packers to ensure adherence to operational standards and best practices.Support machine setup, start-up, troubleshooting, and production runs to maximize efficiency and product quality.Investigate equipment issues, identify root causes, and implement preventative measures to reduce downtime.Ensure production crews have the necessary materials, resources, and information to perform their work effectively.Review production reporting for accuracy and communicate key operational updates to team members and supervisors.Participate in and lead LEAN manufacturing, safety, and productivity improvement initiatives.Maintain compliance with company policies, quality standards, housekeeping expectations, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.Demonstrate Smurfit Westrock's values through a commitment to safety, integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement.What You Need to SucceedRequired Qualifications2+ years of manufacturing machine operating experienceStrong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skillsAbility to train and support team membersBasic computer skills and ability to work with machine controlsAbility to read, write, and communicate in EnglishWillingness to work overtime as neededAbility to perform job duties safely with or without reasonable accommodationPreferred QualificationsHigh school diploma or GEDPrevious lead operator or manufacturing leadership experienceExperience with LEAN manufacturing or continuous improvement programsPrinting, packaging, labeling, or converting industry experienceCandidates 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.