Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock!
Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we’re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development.
About Us
We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity.
The Role
Supervisor at our Leeds Plant.
The Opportunity
?Are you a high-energy manufacturing leader who thrives on the shop floor? We are looking for a Plant Supervisor who doesn't just manage processes but drives them. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, you will be the engine room of our Leeds operation—a "go-getter" with the autonomy to make decisions, solve complex problems, and lead a high-performing team without being micro-managed.
?If you are results-driven, and ready to get your teeth into a role where you can truly make your mark, we want to hear from you.
?The Role:
?Lead from the Front: Manage daily production and planning, to ensure we hit targets safely, on time, and at world-class quality.
?Drive Continuous Improvement: Use your knowledge of Lean/Kaizen/5S to challenge the status quo and find smarter, faster ways of working.
?Empower the Team: Lead and develop Team Leaders and Operatives, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
?Be the Fixer: Liaise between Sales, Design & Operations to resolve production bottlenecks and ensure our customers & internal team work with ease at the forefront.
?Own the Environment:
Be the champion for Health & Safety, ensuring our site isn't just compliant, but a gold standard for the industry.
?Skills & Attributes
We need a proactive leader who brings:
?- Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with a track record of leading teams tosuccess.
?- Ability to prioritize under pressure and solve problems before they reach the Plant Manager’s desk.
?- Familiarity with modern manufacturing tools (KAIZEN, SMED, 5S) and a "right first time" mindset.
?- Ability to influence people at all levels—from the shop floor to senior management team.
?Why Leeds & Chesterfield?
?You’ll be joining a global leader at Smurfit Westrock, working in a site that values visual management, innovation, and direct action. This isn't just a "supervisory" job—it’s a key leadership position where your impact will be seen every single day.
What We Offer
Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme
Ongoing training and development opportunities
24/7 confidential support for you and your family
Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer)
Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a sustainable future together.
Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria.
We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.
We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job