The Opportunity:

The purpose of the Management Trainee Orientation Program is to ensure we are developing future leaders for the Milton facility and ultimately for WestRock. This program is the individualized development program that will prepare a high potential individual, new to our industry, to develop towards an operations or Sales Management role. The goal will be to give the individual exposure to all departments and all aspects of facility management. The development process will also include leading teams, being assigned projects, leading a departmental shift and developing technical skills. This position is suitable for a recent graduate in Business or Operations Management with a keen interest in manufacturing.

How you will impact WestRock:

Working with the various teams in Quality, Converting, Reliability, Sales, etc. to ensure thorough understanding of each area in manufacturing

Gain an understanding of Quality Management Systems, Customer Information Systems, Capital Funding, Production Scheduling, Load Planning, Kaizen, and other essential functions of the plant processes

Act as a team leader and project manager for various analytical projects including bottlenecking analysis, various Kaizen projects, quality corrective action problem solving, etc.

Drive customer satisfaction

Achieve extraordinary results by leading actively engaged employees to make us the most respected facility in our industry

Create a safe and actively engaged environment that unlocks the potential of all our employees

What you need to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• A keen interest in Operations Management, Sales and/or Customer Service
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing work environments
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong leadership skills and an ability to communicate effectively employees at all levels
• An interest in Manufacturing and/or Corrugated Packaging
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload
• Strong focus on safety
• Motivated and self-starting
• Advanced leadership and performance management skills preferred
• Willingness to work hard and get involved
• Creative, energetic and willing to learn
• Some travel and the ability to work some off-shifts

What we offer:

• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential along with competitive benefits package
• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• A Company focused on continuous learning with Tuition Reimbursement Plan
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.