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Converting LEAD

WestRock Company, Fort Worth, TX, United States


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.

Responsibilities

Production/Converting Leader is in charge of the entire production process for a particular or set of products. They plan, organize and recommend strategies in ensuring that the product is developed successfully, in accordance with all specifications. They supervise teams that work in operations and product development.

Ensure safe, efficient production with minimum waste.

Maintain established quality standards, machine efficiencies, and production levels.

Communicate these standards to staff.

Train employees and provide continuous training, including cross training, for each crew member.

Ensure the performance and documentation of quality control checks.

Maintain materials necessary to perform production duties.

Coordinate with supervision and maintenance on any necessary repairs or preventive maintenance and document with work orders.

Know proper operating procedures for each position in the Converting Department.

Establish high morale among subordinates by displaying fairness, consistency, and interest in employee problems.

Process all reports completely, accurately, and in a timely manner.

Improve managerial skills by enrolling and attending seminars and technical courses, with the approval of your manager.

Communicate with appropriate supervisory personnel to avoid confusion or problems at shift changes.

Implement, maintain, and support all company policies and procedures, including union contract, safety program, and good housekeeping.

Follow LOTO procedures for all machines.

Learn relevant local and company requirements, rules and procedures. Strictly follows rules and guidelines and always uses the right procedure for the job. Promptly reports incidents, near‑misses, and unsafe conditions or processes. SW employees regardless of level, position or tenure are responsible for upholding the safety standards regulations and policies.

Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.

Able to speak, read, comprehend, and write legibly in English.

Able to lift 25‑50 lbs. on a consistent basis.

Read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.

Read and follow instructions on factory masters.

Have a working telephone number on record with Human Resources, Corrugator Superintendent/Supervisor, and Production Supervisor/Manager at all times.

Qualified converting operator.

Prior work experience in the corrugated industry, preferred.

6 months’ experience as a converting operator is preferred.

Supervisory experience as a proven manager/lead man of at least 5 people, preferred.

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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