Description & Requirements
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) 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 move fiber-based packaging forward.
Job Responsibilities/Key accountabilities:
You will be required to work within a small team and operate on a continental shift pattern (which includes working both 12 hour a day, 6am-6pm and nights 6pm-6am). Reporting to the Assistant Operations Manager, you will undertake the following tasks:
1. Taking responsibility for the shift and managing the warehouse operation whilst being an active hands-on member of the team
2. Operating handling equipment, reach, counter balance and narrow aisle order picker fork lift trucks (license required)
3. To manage and lead the warehouse team and organise and delegate work in an effective and efficient manner
4. Point of contact out of hours for other manufacturing sites
5. Motivate your team to achieve the highest levels of productivity.
6. To monitor time and attendance of the team and report on anomalies
7. Provide advice and guidance on issues to members of the warehouse team
8. To identify skills gaps and train employees on best practice techniques.
9. To lead by example and be proactive and encourage others in the pursuit of continuous improvement projects and performance excellence.
10. To complete all necessary administrative tasks (hard and soft) for the warehouse operation
11. The ability to ensure that housekeeping standards are being maintained and ensure a high standard of Health & Safety across the warehouse.
12. To organise and take responsibility for operators on shift to ensure tasks are completed effectively on a daily basis
13. Complete daily communications and handover meetings with other Supervisors
14. Assist the management team in any projects or tasks as requested
Knowledge, Skills, Experience
15. Previous experience of leading a team*
16. 2 years experience in warehouse and distribution environment*
17. Hold a fork-lift truck licence, or prepared to be trained.
18. Methodical with the ability to prioritise workload
19. Clear and concise communicator
20. Ability to remain calm under pressure
21. Problem solving skills