2nd-Shift Finishing Supervisor — Packaging Leader

Smurfit-Westrock; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit WestRock is seeking a 2nd Shift Finishing Supervisor to oversee production activities and staff from 2:00 pm to 11:00 pm in the Chattanooga area. The role focuses on directing workflow, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance on the shift.

The successful candidate will have supervisory experience in manufacturing (preferably corrugated), strong math and communication skills, and the ability to read and interpret safety and operating instructions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and operating instructions.
• Ability to write routine reports and communicate effectively.
• Prior supervisory experience in manufacturing, preferably corrugated.
• Good math and communication skills; ability to differentiate colors.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and direct production workflow on the assigned shift.
• Ensure quality standards, efficiencies and timely completion of work orders.
• Troubleshoot production issues and maintain a visible plant presence.
• Direct supervision of the shift's manufacturing staff.
• Evaluate and review hourly employee performance.
• Ensure training of production personnel and maintain training docs.
• Review daily production reports and issue work orders to maintenance.
• Ensure safety and environmental rules are followed and a safe work environment is maintained.
• Collaborate with other departments and shifts to meet production requirements.
• Support cost‑effective efficiency and quality improvements.
• Assist management in executing operating strategies and achieving goals.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Corrugated industry knowledge

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Smurfit WestRock is seeking a 2nd Shift Finishing Supervisor to oversee production activities and staff from 2:00 pm to 11:00 pm in the Chattanooga area. The role focuses on directing workflow, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance on the shift.

The successful candidate will have supervisory experience in manufacturing (preferably corrugated), strong math and communication skills, and the ability to read and interpret safety and operating instructions.