Supv, Mfg Ops

Smurfit Kappa

• $70K — $117K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of supervisory experience in a production environment.
  • Knowledge of corrugated box making is a plus.
  • Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
  • Understanding of safety regulations and employee policies.
  • Proven ability to evaluate and develop employee performance.
  • Willingness to work 12-hour continental shifts.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate daily production activities and allocate work assignments.
  • Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety and processes.
  • Evaluate employee performance and identify training needs.
  • Maintain inventory levels and manage purchase orders.
  • Oversee production records and ensure effective process controls.
  • Engage staff in safety procedures and promote a culture of safety.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and pension plan.
  • Supportive management team.
  • Corporate culture emphasizing integrity and accountability.
  • Opportunities for career growth in a global company.
  • Focus on sustainability, safety, and inclusion in daily operations.
Full Job Description
General Information

Job ID
ATR67799

Posting Job Title
Production Supervisor

Locations
ON Milton

Employment Type
Full Time

Date Posted
24-Sep-2026

Relocation Support
No

Description & Requirements

Job Opportunity

A Leader that resonates corporate/divisional goals and vision through clear and consistent communication demonstrating exemplary core behaviors and alignment with Safety and Culture principles. Possess a willing attitude, a sense of purpose and the flexibility to adapt to situational challenges.

The Supervisor will be responsible to manage the day-to-day operations of the shift and ensure that all company standards and customer commitments (safety, quality, production, cost, on-time delivery) are met. You will work in a collaborative environment and coordinate production operations and maintain effective quality procedures and safety regulations.

How you will impact this position

Coordinates daily activities by allocating work assignments and determining work distribution, setting priorities and leading the team.

Reassigns work, as required, to ensure no interruption in service to customers.

Demonstrates & enforces plant safety regulations, housekeeping and engages employees to become safety conscious.

Identify best practices and lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce work process risks, raise safety awareness, and improve safe work practices

Evaluates and verifies employee performance through the review of completed work assignments and work techniques.

Identifies staff development and training needs, documents training and ensures that training is effective.

Maintain proper production records and logs ensuring process controls are in place & are effective.

Maintain proper material inventory levels, initiate purchase orders and reconcile inventory.

Maintains knowledge of corrugated and converting machinery and equipment and board grades.

What you need to succeed

  • Ability to instruct, direct and evaluate employees.
  • Ability to provide technical direction or resources to others.
  • Knowledge of corrugated box making an asset
  • Knowledge of employee policies and procedures.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with others.
  • Ability to build trust and confidence with management and supervision
  • Strategic thinking and leadership skills
  • Ability to work continental 12-hour shifts


What WestRock Offers you

  • Competitive salary, benefits and pension plan
  • Supportive management team
  • Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence
  • A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work


This posting is for an existing job vacancy. The salary range for this position is $70,500 - $117,500. The range listed is the expected pay for roles in Ontario, Canada. Your pay will be based on factors such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about this posting, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process. You may apply online at Smurfit Westrock External Careers and the application window is expected to close by October 30, 2026.

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