Shift Production Leader - Lean Manufacturing

Smurfit Westrock; Westport; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Shift Production Manager to lead the production team, ensure safety, quality and on-time delivery, and optimise efficiency across the line. This role focuses on delivering reliable outputs while minimising waste and maintaining a safe workplace.

Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, you will manage daily operations, drive continuous improvements, contribute to new product introduction, and coordinate with support functions to meet customer requirements and site

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience driving continuous improvement and cost optimization.
• Strong understanding of health, safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead all areas of the production process and ancillary operations.
• Ensure safety, on-time delivery and quality targets.
• Drive lean improvements and cost reduction initiatives.
• Mentor and manage production staff and coordinate with HR on people management.

Skills

Decision making

Project management

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Time management

Education

Degree required

Job description

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Shift Production Manager to lead the production team, ensure safety, quality and on-time delivery, and optimise efficiency across the line. This role focuses on delivering reliable outputs while minimising waste and maintaining a safe workplace.

Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, you will manage daily operations, drive continuous improvements, contribute to new product introduction, and coordinate with support functions to meet customer requirements and site