Production Supervisor

Smurfit Westrock plc; Aston Township (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a global leader in packaging at Smurfit Westrock as a Converting Production Supervisor in Aston, PA. This role involves overseeing production operations, managing team performance, and implementing safety and quality measures to meet production targets. With a strong focus on continuous improvement, you'll lead a dedicated team and contribute to shaping the future of packaging in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• 3+ years of packaging converting supervisory experience.
• Experience in a Lean environment; Six Sigma certification preferred.
• Ability to coach and train employees.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations with a focus on safety and quality.
• Supervise machine productivity and team members' performance.
• Input production data to monitor KPIs.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Coaching

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D.

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Engineering or Operations Management

Job description

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At Smurfit Westrock we offer a long-term career with a clear path of advancement in a thriving, dynamic environment. Join us and be a part of a world-class team that’s shaping the future of packaging.

The Converting Production Supervisor will be responsible for the safe and efficient operations of the Converting department at the Smurfit Westrock Aston, PA facility. In this role you will communicate performance expectations to ensure production targets and metrics are met, achieve production demands, supervise machine productivity and quality, as well as supervising, coaching, and mentoring of team members.

This is a 3rd shift position, located onsite at the Aston, PA Corrugated Container facility.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the shift with constant emphasis on safety, quality, delivery and cost
• Acts as first point of contact for operators regarding mechanical failure or production issues
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and enforce control procedures, recommending improvements to the Production Manager, as appropriate
• Coordinates production activities with other departments to ensure production goals/objectives are accomplished within a timely and cost-effective manner
• Monitor production activities to eliminate waste and ensure adherence to production and shipping schedules
• Input production data accurately into system to measure and monitor KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) around efficiencies, downtime, inventory and overall production
• Provide recommendations to improve safety, environmental and health of the entire facility
• Produce daily reports on daily shift production and daily shift review to assess if daily goals are met
• Control load factors and workflow to ensure maximum use of available capacity and effective use of labor, tools and equipment.
• Manage and coach employees, providing performance reviews and enforcing disciplinary actions.
• Maintain staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training employees, and developing individual growth opportunities.
• Directs maintenance employees to troubleshoot mechanical problems and perform preventative maintenance.
• Enforce adherence to plant safety regulations and encourage employees to become safety- conscious.
• Ensure daily that plant personnel follow all company standards and meet all customer commitments.

What you need to succeed:

• High School diploma or G.E.D. – Required
• Bachelor’s degree (Business Management, Engineering or Operations Management) - Preferred
• 3+ years of packaging converting supervisory experience – Required.
• Experience working in a Lean environment; Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification.
• Proven experience in operations, manufacturing, or supply chain
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Proven track record of effective problem-solving
• Ability to embrace continuous improvement.
• Strong collaboration and teaming skills with stakeholders across functions
• Ability to coach and train employees
• Ability to be an on-shift resource for troubleshooting problems in the process as well as maintenance issues.
• Ability to make independent, effective decisions.
• Possess the ability to be a self-directed team player.
• Flexibility to work multiple shifts.

What we offer:

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
• Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match and more!
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing and Management

• Industries

  Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

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Inferred from the description for this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

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