Affixing Lead

Smurfit Westrock; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Leadership development opportunities

Competitive compensation

Career with global leader in packaging

Safety, Sustainability, and Inclusion

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in the United States is seeking a Finishing Lead to supervise daily finishing operations, ensure high-quality output, and support continuous improvement across safety, quality, and productivity initiatives.

You will act as a technical resource, coordinate crews, review work orders, and mentor team members while maintaining a safe, efficient, and organized production environment in our Dallas area facility.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with affixing machines.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing priorities and business needs.
• Ability to train, coach, and communicate instructions to team members.
• Proficiency with affixing and wrapping system controls on computer systems.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Knowledge of production processes, quality standards, and continuous improvement.
• Commitment to workplace safety and operational excellence.
• Willingness to work overtime during peak production periods.
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily finishing operations to meet objectives.
• Review work orders and setup specs for accuracy.
• Ensure crews have materials and resources to perform jobs.
• Gather production data and assist with reports.
• Verify production information is recorded by operators.
• Support operators with machine setup, startup, and runs.
• Conduct trial runs and verify machine settings before production.
• Minimize downtime by troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
• Provide technical guidance to resolve operational challenges.
• Monitor machine performance and product quality and adjust as needed.
• Communicate production priorities and updates to team leads and supervisors.
• Participate in LEAN initiatives, audits and continuous improvement projects.
• Lead safety and productivity improvement efforts.
• Serve as process expert and resource for department.
• Provide coverage for breaks and staffing as required.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in production areas.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Training & coaching

Communication

English proficiency

Ability to learn quickly

Adaptability

Safety & quality focus

Tools

Affixing machines

Wrapping system controls

Computer proficiency

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.

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

This role provides leadership and oversight of Finishing Department operations to ensure the timely production of high-quality products that meet or exceed customer expectations. The Finishing Lead serves as a technical resource and team leader, supporting production performance, safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily finishing operations to achieve production, quality, and delivery objectives.
• Review work orders and setup specifications to ensure jobs are processed accurately and efficiently.
• Ensure crews have the necessary materials and resources to perform their jobs successfully.
• Gather production data and assist with completion and review of production reports.
• Verify that production information is accurately recorded by operators and team members.
• Support operators with machine setup, startup, and production runs.
• Conduct trial runs and verify machine settings before production begins.
• Minimize downtime by troubleshooting issues, identifying root causes, and implementing preventative measures.
• Provide technical support and guidance to team members to resolve operational challenges.
• Monitor machine performance and product quality, making adjustments as needed.
• Communicate production priorities, issues, and performance updates to team members, Leads, and Supervisors.
• Actively participate in LEAN manufacturing initiatives, training programs, audits, and continuous improvement projects.
• Lead and support safety and productivity improvement efforts.
• Serve as a process expert and operational resource for the department.
• Provide coverage for call-offs, breaks, and other staffing needs as required.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout production areas.
• Act as an authorized Lockout/Tagout employee and ensure compliance with all safety procedures.
• Ensure team members follow safety policies, quality standards, and operating procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Need To Succeed

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with affixing machines.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing priorities and business needs.
• Ability to effectively train, coach, and communicate instructions to team members.
• Computer proficiency related to affixing and wrapping system controls.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong understanding of production processes, quality standards, and continuous improvement principles.
• Commitment to workplace safety and operational excellence.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed, including during peak production periods.
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

What We Offer

• A workplace culture built on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
• Comprehensive training with opportunities for leadership development and career advancement.
• Competitive compensation based on experience, skills, and performance.
• A career with a global packaging leader where Safety, Sustainability, and Inclusion are foundational to daily operations.
• Opportunities to lead teams, drive continuous improvement, and make a meaningful impact on production performance.

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.