3rd Shift Kitting Operations Manager

Smurfit Westrock; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401k with company match

Training & development

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Flint, MI is seeking an experienced 3rd Shift Kitting Operations Manager to lead warehouse and production operations. You will manage routing, receiving, inventory control, and safety compliance while driving performance and cost control.

This role emphasizes leadership, scalability, and continuous improvement within a large packaging operation. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in business/industrial management and 4+ years of warehouse leadership experience, with 2+

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, Industrial Management or related field.
• 4+ years in warehouse leadership (supervisor/lead)
• 2+ years as Production Supervisor
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills
• Proficient English communication both written and spoken

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse and production operations including routing, receiving, inventory control
• Coach and develop supervisors and team leaders
• Manage hiring, training, performance, and disciplinary actions
• Maintain safety culture and compliance with policies
• Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency
• Manage warehouse budget and forecasting
• Coordinate maintenance for equipment and address issues
• Support production by stepping into roles when needed
• Ensure accurate documentation and reporting

Skills

Warehouse leadership

Operations management

Inventory systems

Safety compliance

English communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/Industrial Management

Tools

WMS

ERP systems

Job description

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

The Opportunity

The 3rd Shift Kitting Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing all warehouse and production operations, including order assembly, receiving, inventory management, and maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency. This role ensures smooth daily operations while driving continuous improvement and team performance. This role is located at the Flint, MI site.

How You Will Impact Packaging Solutions Smurfit Westrock Company

• Lead and manage daily warehouse operations, including routing/dispatch, receiving, inventory control, forklift operations, and transportation coordination
• Supervise, coach, and develop supervisors and team leaders to ensure effective execution of daily activities
• Manage all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including hiring, training, performance management, and disciplinary actions
• Develop and maintain a strong safety culture by enforcing policies, monitoring compliance, and partnering with safety leadership to enhance practices
• Establish and maintain quality standards and performance metrics to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction
• Monitor warehouse performance and provide regular reporting to leadership
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of documentation, reporting, and data entry
• Optimize warehouse space utilization and oversee proper storage and inventory rotation practices
• Evaluate, recommend, and implement equipment and process improvements to enhance operational effectiveness
• Develop and manage the warehouse budget, including forecasting and cost control
• Operate machinery and equipment as needed
• Troubleshoot production equipment issues and coordinate with maintenance when required
• Follow all established processes and operating procedures
• Support team operations by stepping into production roles when necessary
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Need To Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Industrial Management, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in warehouse leadership (team lead or supervisor)
• At least 2 years of experience as a Production Supervisor
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Working knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory systems, and safety regulations
• Basic computer proficiency required
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills

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.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.