Lean Production Supervisor: Safety & Efficiency Lead

Smurfit Westrock; Georgia; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401(k) with match

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Georgia seeks a Production Supervisor to lead the safe and efficient operations of the facility. You will communicate performance expectations, ensure production targets are met, and supervise machine productivity and quality while coaching team members.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 3+ years of packaging supervision, and Lean/Six Sigma experience. The role emphasizes safety, continuous improvement, and collaboration with other departments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or Operations preferred.
• 3+ years of packaging converting supervisory experience required.
• Experience in Lean environments; Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills; ability to coach and develop staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day shift operations with emphasis on safety, quality, delivery and cost.
• Serve as first point of contact for operational issues and mechanical failures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and enforce control procedures.
• Coordinate production activities with other departments to meet goals.
• Monitor production KPIs and ensure adherence to schedules.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Lean principles

Continuous improvement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree (Business/Engineering/Operations)

Tools

Production management systems

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Georgia seeks a Production Supervisor to lead the safe and efficient operations of the facility. You will communicate performance expectations, ensure production targets are met, and supervise machine productivity and quality while coaching team members.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 3+ years of packaging supervision, and Lean/Six Sigma experience. The role emphasizes safety, continuous improvement, and collaboration with other departments.