Shift Manager — Lean Manufacturing & Safety Leader

Smurfit Westrock; Northampton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Pension

Cycle to Work scheme

Training & development

Confidential support

Flexible working options

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Northampton is seeking an experienced Shift Manager to lead the production team on a daily shift, focusing on safety, throughput, and efficient operations. The role requires strong leadership, the ability to plan resources, and proactive problem solving within a paper and packaging manufacturing context.

You will work closely with engineering to ensure maintenance is carried out to plan and communicate performance and policy changes across the shift.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience leading a team within a paper, packaging or manufacturing environment.
• From a manufacturing process background.
• Lean manufacturing training (desirable).
• Organised and able to prioritise in a fast-paced shift.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage shift team, ensuring safety and performance.
• Plan and coordinate resources to maximise throughput.
• Monitor performance and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate maintenance work with engineering to minimise downtime.
• Maintain effective communication across departments and with Sales/Planning.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Organisational skills

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Minimum Grade 4 English and Maths

Tools

Cobis

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Northampton is seeking an experienced Shift Manager to lead the production team on a daily shift, focusing on safety, throughput, and efficient operations. The role requires strong leadership, the ability to plan resources, and proactive problem solving within a paper and packaging manufacturing context.

You will work closely with engineering to ensure maintenance is carried out to plan and communicate performance and policy changes across the shift.