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At Smurfit Westrock we offer a long-term career with a clear path of advancement in a thriving, dynamic environment. Join us and be a part of a world-class team that\u2019s shaping the future of packaging.

Career Opportunity:

The Production Supervisor will be responsible for managing plant employees to meet the safe and efficient operations of manufacturing and production schedules. In this role you will communicate performance expectations to ensure production targets and metrics are met, achieve production demands, supervise machine productivity and quality, as well as supervising, coaching, and mentoring of team members.

This is a 3rd shift position in the Converting Department located at the Mishawaka, IN Corrugated Container facility.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

* Execute safety briefs to team members on designated shifts, daily, weekly, monthly and annually.

* Monitor workplace safety environment to identify and address any unsafe conditions

* Ensure compliance with company safety policies, safe work practices, and plant policies

* Monitor and track production daily goals for the Corrugating machines utilizing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and report results on the plant scorecard.

* Manage workforce planning, including fulfillment of work schedules and adherence to attendance policies (vacations, floating days, call ins, etc.)

* Communicate effectively with all functional areas of the plant to ensure all production needs are successfully achieved

* Promote positive employee relations and interdepartmental communication and collaboration

* Supervise daily production activities, including oversight of team members, and monitor performance levels of each team member

* Monitor and participate in Daily Management Systems (DMS) to track progress against production goals and enable performance excellence

What you need to succeed:

* High School diploma or G.E.D. - Required

* Bachelor\u2019s degree (Business Management, Engineering or Operations Management) - Preferred

* 3+ years of corrugator or converting supervisory experience within a packaging facility.

* Experience working in a Lean Six Sigma environment and possess a Green or Black Belt Certification.

* Proven experience in operations, manufacturing, or supply chain

* Excellent communication and listening skills.

* Proven track record of effective problem-solving

* Ability to embrace continuous improvement.

* Strong collaboration and teaming skills with stakeholders across functions

* Ability to coach and train employees

* On-shift resource for troubleshooting problems and maintenance issues.

* Make independent, effective decisions.

* Ability to be a self-directed team player.

* Flexibility to work multiple shifts.

What we offer:

* Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.

* Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.

* An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.

* Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match and more!

* A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

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 shared 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.

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where 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.