Smurfit Westrock · 15 hours ago
Engineering Manager
Battle Creek, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expSmurfit Westrock is a global packaging company, and they are seeking an Engineering Manager to oversee multiple engineering projects. The role involves managing project engineers, coordinating with various departments, and ensuring the successful execution of capital projects within the mill.
Packaging ServicesRecyclingSustainability
Hiring Manager
Jeffrey Moffat
Responsibilities
Provide engineering expertise to Operations and Maintenance departments to help resolve various operating problems
Manage all phases of capital and expense repair projects from inception through equipment installation and start-up. Responsibilities include safety, scope and cost management, field execution management, and evaluating performance after projects are in-service
Coordinate with Operations, Maintenance, management, and other project stakeholders on an ongoing basis
Lead all phases of the project process to include project scopes, cost estimates and schedules, 'Authorization for Expenditure' request forms, preparation of drawings for assigned projects by working with consultants, vendors, and mill personnel, etc
Coordinate the different disciplines within the Engineering department on assigned projects
Manage Scope of Work and RFQ development and work closely with Smurfit WestRock Procurement to evaluate and award equipment and service contracts
Initiate purchase requisitions for equipment, labor, and materials for assigned capital and repair projects
Manage the direction of consultants, contractors, and maintenance work associated with assigned capital and repair projects
Responsible for conducting business with integrity and respect, being accountable, and actively pursuing excellence to help achieve Smurfit WestRock’s goals
Manage the 5 year capital plan for the mill based on stakeholder priorities and corporate spend/authorization goals
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline
Interpersonal skills such as building close working relationships and minimizing disagreements are important elements
Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
Adaptability to rapidly changing working environments and operational situations
Computer literacy in word processing, spreadsheets, electronic mail and presentation graphics, etc
Aligned with our company values of Integrity, Respect, Loyalty and Safety
Preferred
5+ years related experience with emphasis on engineering of capital projects
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
401k with match
Tuition reimbursement
Employee discounts
Employee referral bonus
And much more!
Company
Smurfit Westrock
Smurfit Westrock manufactures corrugated and paper-based packaging.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$750M2024-11-27Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2024-07-12IPO
Leadership Team
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Smurfit Westrock
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