Production Supervisor (Converting 2nd shift)

Smurfit Westrock; Glendale, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401 K Matching

Medical, Dental, Vision starting day 1

Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Glendale, AZ is seeking a Production Supervisor for the Converting department on the 2nd shift (2 pm – 11 pm). You will lead the team, ensure safety, quality, and on-time production, and drive efficiency while coaching staff and coordinating with other shifts.

The role requires a high school diploma, 3+ years of converting supervisory experience, and a proven track record in lean manufacturing. Relocation is available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or G.E.D. is required.
• 3+ years of converting packaging supervisory experience is required.
• Experience in a Lean environment; Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification is a plus.
• Proven experience in operations, manufacturing, or supply chain.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Strong problem-solving track record and continuous improvement mindset.
• Collaborative across functions; capable of coaching staff.
• On-shift troubleshooting for process and maintenance.
• Self-directed, adaptable to multi-shift work.

Responsibilities

• Manage manufacturing employees including performance reviews and disciplinary actions.
• Improve safety, environmental health for the facility.
• Oversee day-to-day shift operations with focus on safety, quality, delivery and cost.
• Monitor production activities to meet KPIs and schedule; reduce waste.
• Collaborate with other teams to improve efficiency and reduce overtime.
• Control workload and use of labor, tools, and equipment efficiently.
• Lead safety briefs and maintain a safe workplace environment.
• Ensure compliance with plant safety regulations and policies.
• Track daily production goals and report on scorecards.
• Plan workforce needs and manage attendance and shifts.
• Promote positive employee relations and cross-functional communication.
• Supervise daily production activities and monitor performance.
• Participate in Daily Management Systems to drive performance.

Skills

Communication

Listening skills

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Collaboration across functions

Coaching and training

Self-directed team player

Shift flexibility

Troubleshooting in process & maint

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D.

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

Job description

Production Supervisor (Converting 2nd shift)

Locations

AZ Glendale

Employment Type

Full Time

Date Posted

21-Sep-2026

Relocation Support

No

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

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 Production Supervisor - Converting will be responsible for the safe and efficient production operations within the Converting department of the 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 position is located at the Glendale Corrugated Container facility and will work 2nd shift (2 pm - 11 pm).

Relocation is available for the right candidate.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

• Manage manufacturing employees to include performance reviews and disciplinary actions
• Make recommendations to improve safety, environmental and health of the entire facility
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the shift with constant emphasis on safety, quality, delivery and cost.
• Monitor production activities to eliminate waste and ensure adherence to production and shipping schedule
• Work with other team members to control and improve efficiencies, minimize labor overtime, downtime and repair expenses
• Control load factors and workflow to ensure maximum use of available capacity and effective use of labor, tools and equipment
• Execute safety briefs to team members on designated shift, daily, weekly, monthly and annually
• Monitor workplace safety environment to identify and address any unsafe conditions
• Ensure compliance with plant safety regulations, safe work practices, plant policies, and encourage employees to become safety-conscious
• Monitor and track production daily goals for the Converting machines utilizing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and report results on the plant scorecard
• Manage workforce planning, including fulfillment of work schedules and adherence to attendance policies (vacations, floating days, call ins, etc.)
• Communicate effectively with all functional areas of the plant to ensure all production needs are successfully achieved
• Promote positive employee relations and interdepartmental communication and collaboration
• Supervise daily production activities, including oversight of team members, and monitor performance levels of each team member
• Monitor and participate in Daily Management Systems (DMS) to track progress against production goals and enable performance excellence.

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 converting packaging 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
• Coaching and training employees
• On-shift resource for troubleshooting problems in the process as well as maintenance issues.
• 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.
• Generous benefits including 401 K Matching, Medical, Dental, Vision all starting day one. Stock Purchase Program, Tuition Reimbursement, and Wellness program.
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.