Lean Packaging Production Supervisor — Lead & Improve

Smurfit Westrock; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Life Insurance

401k with match

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead the safe and efficient daily operations of our facility in Greer, SC. You will drive performance to meet production targets, coach a skilled team, and collaborate across departments to optimize throughput and quality.

You will oversee maintenance coordination, implement continuous improvement, and ensure adherence to safety standards while delivering on customer commitments.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Lean environment with continuous improvement
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Effective communication and listening skills
• Ability to coach and develop staff and lead cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day shift operations with emphasis on safety, quality, delivery and cost
• Serve as first contact for operational issues and maintenance
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and enforce procedures
• Coordinate with departments to meet production goals and schedules
• Monitor KPIs, waste, downtime and inventory; report daily shift results
• Coach and develop employees; conduct performance reviews and discipline as needed
• Direct maintenance to troubleshoot issues and perform preventative tasks
• Ensure compliance with plant safety regulations and customer commitments

Skills

Lean mindset

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Coaching & mentoring

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s in Business Management/Engineering/Operations Management

Job description

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead the safe and efficient daily operations of our facility in Greer, SC. You will drive performance to meet production targets, coach a skilled team, and collaborate across departments to optimize throughput and quality.

You will oversee maintenance coordination, implement continuous improvement, and ensure adherence to safety standards while delivering on customer commitments.