Production Supervisor - Jobs in Portage and Main

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General InformationJob IDATR36389Posting Job TitleProduction SupervisorLocationsMB WinnipegEmployment TypeFull TimeDate Posted02-Jan-2024Relocation SupportNoDescriptionamp; RequirementsWestRock (NYSE :WRK) 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 more fiber-based packaging forward.Production Supervisor - Winnipeg, MBThe Opportunity:As the Production Supervisor, you are responsible for managing plant employees to meet manufacturing and production schedules. You will be coordinating production operations and maintaining effective quality procedures and safety regulations for the facility.How You Will Impact WestRock:

• Enforce plant safety regulations and encourage employees to become safety-conscious
• Lead and coach employees to meet the safety, quality, production, and all other key performance indicators of a fast-paced work team.
• 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
• Enforce plant safety regulations and encourage employees to become safety conscious.
• Create a safe and actively engaged environment that unlocks the potential of all our employees.
• Build relationships with internal departments to produce a superior product, resulting in happy customers.

What you Need to Succeed:

• Experience in a Corrugated Manufacturing facility preferred
• Three plus years of supervisory or team lead experience preferred.
• Strong focus and shared passion towards Safety and Quality
• Six Sigma / Lean knowledge is a plus
• Intermediate computer skills
• Positive, energetic, and willing to learn
• Able to work on weekly rotating shifts Monday to Friday (7:00 am to 3:00 pm; 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm and 11:00 pm to 7:00 am) and occasional Saturdays
• Able to travel to the US for training purposes as required
• Strong attention to detail
• Proven leadership skills and an ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels
• Ability to embrace continuous improvement
• Ability to make independent, effective decisions

What We Offer:

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive total compensation package includes benefits and 7% employer match in a Defined Contribution Pension Plan starting at Day 1
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. 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.ApplyShare