Forming Manager - Safety, Quality & Lean Ops

Smurfit Westrock; Eutaw (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Alabama is seeking a Forming Manager for the Eutaw/Livingston Plant to lead the Forming Department. You will ensure a safe work environment, meet quality standards, and drive production goals while managing a team of hourly employees.

The role sits on the plant leadership team and requires strong problem solving and continuous improvement mindset. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in manufacturing with supervisory experience, preferably in packaging or folding cartons.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing experience.
• Preferred: supervisory leadership experience and technical troubleshooting.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee forming department operations including formers, baggers, wrappers, labelers and related assets.
• Uphold safety, product quality and achieve production goals.
• Lead a team of ~50 hourly employees and develop performance of staff.
• Develop budgets and standards for cost control; assist Plant Manager in planning.
• Analyze data to identify root causes and drive efficiency improvements (OEE, waste).

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Collaboration

Accountability

Adaptability

Continuous improvement

Data analysis

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in engineering or business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Alabama is seeking a Forming Manager for the Eutaw/Livingston Plant to lead the Forming Department. You will ensure a safe work environment, meet quality standards, and drive production goals while managing a team of hourly employees.

The role sits on the plant leadership team and requires strong problem solving and continuous improvement mindset. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in manufacturing with supervisory experience, preferably in packaging or folding cartons.