Production Supervisor - Converting

Production Supervisor - Converting - Richmond, VA

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.

• 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 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.

• High School diploma or G.E.D.– Required
• Bachelor’s degree (Business Management, Engineering or Operations Management) - Preferred
• 3+ years of converting supervisory experience in a packaging facility–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 teamplayer.
• Flexibility to work multiple shifts.

• 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.