Forming & Packaging Ops Leader

Smurfit-Westrock; Eutaw (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Forming Manager for the Livingston, AL plant. You will oversee the Forming and Folding department, ensuring safe operations, high-quality output, and achievement of daily production goals while managing a team of about 50 hourly employees.

The role emphasizes leadership in continuous improvement, budget awareness, and collaboration with plant leadership to meet safety, quality, and efficiency targets in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience required.
• Supervisory leadership experience preferred.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business or related technical field preferred.
• Demonstrates adaptability, accountability and results-driven leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and leadership to the Forming Department (approx. 50 hourly employees).
• Ensure a safe work environment, product quality, and achievement of production goals.
• Manage performance, troubleshoot, and drive continuous improvement.
• Oversee budgeting, capital planning input, and cost controls.
• Lead efforts to improve OEE, reduce waste, and maintain safety and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Adaptability

Collaboration

Accountability

Growth mindset

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or relevant technical field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Forming Manager for the Livingston, AL plant. You will oversee the Forming and Folding department, ensuring safe operations, high-quality output, and achievement of daily production goals while managing a team of about 50 hourly employees.

The role emphasizes leadership in continuous improvement, budget awareness, and collaboration with plant leadership to meet safety, quality, and efficiency targets in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.