Corrugated Production Lead — Lean & Safety

Smurfit-Westrock; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401 K Matching

Medical, Dental, Vision all starting

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Mooresville, NC seeks a Production Supervisor to lead the corrugated container operations with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and efficiency. You will guide a manufacturing team, manage schedules, monitor KPIs, and drive continuous improvements across shift operations.

The role requires Lean experience and a track record in supervising manufacturing teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Business Management, Engineering or Operations Management.
• 3+ years corrugated container supervisory experience required.
• Experience in Lean environment; Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification.
• Proven experience in operations, manufacturing, or supply chain.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Proven track record of effective problem-solving.
• Ability to coach and train employees.
• Flexibility to work multiple shifts.

Responsibilities

• Manage manufacturing employees including performance reviews and disciplinary actions.
• Improve safety, environmental and health of the facility.
• Oversee day-to-day shift operations focusing on safety, quality, delivery and cost.
• Monitor production activities to meet KPIs and schedules.
• Collaborate with teams to improve efficiency and reduce overtime and downtime.
• Control load factors and workflow to maximize capacity.
• Lead safety briefs and enforce safe work practices.
• Monitor workplace safety and address unsafe conditions.
• Ensure compliance with plant safety regulations.
• Track daily goals for Converting machines and report plant scorecard.
• Plan workforce and attendance; manage vacations and call-ins.
• Communicate with all plant functions to meet production needs.
• Promote positive employee relations and interdepartmental collaboration.
• Supervise daily production activities and monitor performance.
• Engage in Daily Management Systems to track progress.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Coaching and training

Lean manufacturing

Shift flexibility

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree (Business Management, Engineering or Operations Management)

Six Sigma certification (Green/Black Belt)

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Mooresville, NC seeks a Production Supervisor to lead the corrugated container operations with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and efficiency. You will guide a manufacturing team, manage schedules, monitor KPIs, and drive continuous improvements across shift operations.

The role requires Lean experience and a track record in supervising manufacturing teams in a fast-paced environment.