Shift Manager

Are you an experienced leader ready to take charge of a dynamic team and drive operational excellence in a workplace that values you and your growth?

Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock Beacon!

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

Smurfit Westrock Beacon has an exciting opportunity for a Shift Manager to join our Operations team. Reporting to the Operations Director, this first-line management role is key to overseeing the day-to-day manufacturing process, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. You’ll lead a morning team of production operatives (6am to 2pm), manage resources, and work towards achieving operational targets, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and positive leadership. 

What would I be doing:

• People Management: Lead and support your team through effective communication, training and ongoing performance management.
• Controls & Targets: Drive operational excellence by monitoring key metrics such as waste reduction, quality standards, and on-time delivery.
• Operations: Ensure safety compliance, optimise machine performance, and maintain high-quality output to meet customer requirements.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for improvement, conduct audits, and implement strategies for enhanced efficiency.

About You: 

We’re looking for an ambitious and proactive leader with a proven track record in manufacturing or FMCG environments. You’ll bring strong people management skills, including resource planning, performance development, and quality assurance, and have a keen eye for identifying areas of improvement.

This role is ideal for someone ready to grow and take the next step in their career. If you’re eager to embrace leadership challenges and develop within a global organisation, we want to hear from you.

Other essential skills that will make you successful in the role: 

• Knowledge of health & safety practices and safety-first mindset. 
• Strong interpersonal and leadership abilities.
• Knowledge and experience of production planning.
• Effective problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills.
• IT literacy and technical knowledge of manufacturing equipment.

A commitment to personal growth and alignment with Smurfit Westrock’s core values - Loyalty, Integrity, and Trust - is essential. Experience with root cause analysis or Six Sigma is desirable.

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
• Flexible working options and family-friendly policies
• Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer)

Ready to lead and make an impactful difference? Apply today and help us build a sustainable future together.

Smurfit Westrock reserves 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.