Production Supervisor

Avature; Lancaster (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor for their Lancaster facility. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the safe operations of your department, ensuring production efficiency and quality standards are met. Your leadership will empower staff, drive continuous improvements, and foster a collaborative work environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a company committed to innovation and sustainability. If you have a passion for manufacturing and a track record of success in supervisory roles, this position could be your next great career move.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Paid Time Off

Unpaid Time Off

Short-term Bonus Incentive

Qualifications

• Prior supervisor experience or at least 5 years in the corrugated industry.
• Excellent math and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate production workflow and ensure quality standards are met.
• Direct supervision of manufacturing staff and evaluate performance.
• Drive continuous improvements in safety, production, and quality.

Skills

Mathematics

Communication Skills

Detail-oriented

Proactive

Decision Making

Organizational Skills

Multi-tasking

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Manufacturing Supervisor 2nd Shift – Lancaster, OH

The opportunity:

The Manufacturing Supervisor will be responsible for the overall safe operations of their assigned department to include, but not limited to, safety, employee development, housekeeping, maintenance, production, customer satisfaction, quality, planning and scheduling. The Manufacturing Supervisor serves as a key member of the supervisory leadership team. The Manufacturing Supervisor assists in development and evaluation of data and makes recommendations for process improvements.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

• Coordinate and direct production workflow; ensure quality standards, production efficiencies, and timely completion of work orders are met.
• Troubleshoot and resolve problems related to production and quality issues; maintain a physical presence in the plant.
• Direct supervision of the shift’s manufacturing staff.
• Evaluate and review hourly employee performance.
• Ensure training of shift’s production personnel; update and maintain training documentation.
• Review daily production reports.
• Issue work orders to the maintenance; ensure that preventive maintenance is being performed as needed.
• Interact with various departments and personnel, including other shift supervisors, set up team, and temporary staffing agency (when applicable) to assure production requirements are met.
• Assist with development and maintenance of cost-effective efficiency and quality improvements.
• Assist management in executing operating strategies and plans and achieving company goals and objectives.
• Establish and uphold a work environment dedicated to trust and respect.
• Drive business results and make data-based decisions at every level.
• Empower and engage operators and subordinates.
• Do the right thing for Smurfit Westrock – every time, all the time.
• Satisfy our customers.
• Set vision and establish objectives for the department.
• Relentlessly drive continuous improvements in safety, production, compliance, maintenance, housekeeping, employee development, customer satisfaction, and quality.

What you need to succeed:

• Prior supervisor experience or at least 5 years corrugated industry experience.
• Excellent math and communication skills.
• Must be detail-oriented.
• Must be proactive.
• Must possess strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate with and influence all levels.
• Ability to effectively conduct meetings and training sessions.
• Computer literate with Microsoft Suite and other office equipment.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to multi-task and handle several issues at one time.
• Ability to make independent, effective decisions.
• Must be willing to work an off shift.
• This position is located onsite at the Lancaster, OH corrugated container facility.

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

The salary range for this position is $65,625.00 - $109,375.00, depending on your role, level, and location. The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentive, health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. Your actual pay will be based on your work location and other factors, such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about the specific salary range for your preferred location, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process.