Production Supervisor Corrugator

Smurfit Westrock; Humboldt (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Humboldt, TN is hiring a Production Supervisor - Corrugator for 2nd shift to lead the shift team onsite. You will manage daily operations, drive safety and quality, and coordinate across departments to meet schedules in a fast-paced manufacturing plant.

The role requires 3+ years of corrugator supervisory experience, Lean/Six Sigma exposure, and strong communication. Join a world-class packaging team focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of corrugator supervisory experience in a packaging facility.
• Experience working in Lean environments and problem solving.
• Strong leadership, communication and coaching abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the shift with focus on safety, quality, delivery and cost.
• Act as first point of contact for operators regarding mechanical or production issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and enforce procedures.
• Coordinate production with other departments to meet goals cost-effectively.
• Monitor production to ensure schedules, reduce waste and meet KPIs.
• Input production data into the system to measure KPIs on efficiency and downtime.
• Provide safety and health recommendations for the facility.
• Produce daily shift production reports and reviews.
• Control load factors and workflow to maximize capacity.
• Manage and coach employees; conduct performance reviews and discipline as needed.
• Recruit, orient, train staff and develop growth opportunities.
• Direct maintenance to troubleshoot issues and perform preventative work.
• Enforce plant safety regulations and promote safety consciousness.
• Ensure staff follow company standards and meet customer commitments.

Skills

Lean experience

Six Sigma belt

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Self-directed

Shift flexibility

Coaching

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

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.

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 don’t just offer a job – 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 Opportunity

The Production Supervisor - Corrugator will be responsible for managing employees within the Corrugator department to meet manufacturing and production schedules, coordinating production operations and maintaining effective quality procedures and safety regulations for the facility.

This is for 2nd shift position located onsite at the Humboldt, TN 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 Plant Superintendent, as appropriate
• Coordinates production activities with other departments to ensure production goals/objectives are accomplished in 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 corrugator supervisory experience in a packaging facility – Required.
• Experience working within 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.

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.