Sr. Process Improvement Specialist Position Available In Jackson, Louisiana

Job

ID ATR51433

Posting Job Title Sr. Process Improvement Specialist
Locations LA Hodge
Employment Type Full Time
Date Posted 13-May-2025
Relocation Support Yes
Description & Requirements
Smurfit Westrock (

NYSE:

SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a d purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.
Process improvement Specialist will work on projects utilizing the Lean-Six Sigma Methodology to measurably improve operational and/or business processes. Must work effectively with leadership and the financialmunity to translate sustainable process improvements into budgeted financial improvements (net productivity impact). May be required to coach and/or support Green Belts and Part Time Black Belts on their kaizen or DMAIC projects. May be required to lead projects impacting customers, customer service and sales personnel.
How you will impact

WestRock:

Work with leadership to align priorities, business needs, project opportunities.
Execute> 6 projects per year having a significant impact on our business Coach multiple Green Belt projects per year.
Work effectively with operations to translate process improvement findings into production specifications and standard work.
Maintain project documentation within the project management system.
Ensure standards of project execution for DMAIC and kaizen projects are met.
Consistently identify project opportunities to improve the business.
Support business unit or divisional initiatives.
Performs other duties as assigned.
What you need to succeed:
BS/BA; Technical Degree Preferred
5 – 10 years of relevant manufacturing / continuous improvement experience
Green Belt or Black Belt certification
Demonstrated ability to execute projects in a fast paced and dynamic environment using team-based, data-driven approach
Passion and drive to improve systems and processes
Demonstrated ability to coach, teach, and mentor technical and non-technical knowledge to hourly and salaried employees to drive business results.
Strong financial acumen with ability to create financial models used to support project selection and determine net project value to the P&L.
Proficient with Minitab, Microsoft Office, Visio, and/or Point
Intermediate knowledge of Lean Six Sigma tools and methodology
Driven with a sense of urgency to achieve results.
Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills from the shop floor to executive level
Skilled Decision maker and Systematic Problem Solver
Ability to Positively Influence and Persuade Others
Capable of assuming authority as needed.
Team builder
Ability to travel up to 90% of the time to WestRock plants supported in defined geographic area.
Prefer a subject matter expert within the industry applicable to the division/business unit.
Must be reliable and dependable.
Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable amodation job
Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.
Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce w everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.