Maintenance

Safety, Loyalty, Integrity and Respect are the core values and foundations on which our organisation is built. Our values are who we are: People who value life above all else; People who do the right thing, always. People who show a deep respect for each other and all of our differences. We are a team of over 100,000 people that are united behind a shared commitment to create, protect and care - We are Smurfit Westrock.

Working in conjunction with the department Manager, the Shift Manager will coordinate the day-to-day activities of the printing team to ensure that manufacturing operations run according to established production specifications and schedules; volume, cost, and wastage targets; and quality standards.

To comply with current systems of working including established shift patterns

To achieve daily/weekly production targets and the upkeep and preparation of reports

To achieve the highest possible quality standards working within the guidelines outlined in the established quality systems to achieve customer specification

Lead by example and to promote good employee relations and attitude throughout the business

To ensure that all working practices are compliant with the requirements of the company’s Quality, H&S and environmental management procedures, systems and/or policies

To ensure compliance and adherence to departmental documentation including but not limited to: VWT, SFDC and C Works

To monitor time and attendance records for the team.

To carry out training, performance reviews, and chair disciplinary meetings when necessary.

To control resource expenditure for direct expense and consumables within the approved budget and provide early indications of any potential variances within appropriate timescales

To participate in continuous learning activities and development and influence improvement initiatives within production

To communicate proficiently and professionally with business stakeholders and customers.

To keep Senior Managers up to date with accurate departmental information

To cover the Department Managers absence as and when applicable

Participate as part of a team to maximise machine efficiency

Quality check printed sheets using manual and electronic quality aids

It is your responsibility to co-operate with Smurfit Westrock in relation to all health, safety and environmental topics. This includes working to the practices shown during training that will be provided to you and the company's health, safety and environmental policies. You will be expected to work in accordance with local site practices and not to interfere with or misuse anything that's been provided for your health, safety or welfare

To lead and oversee maintenance programs for the department in line with established planned maintenance programs ensuring that there is always a proactive approach to keeping the machines operational.

To keep work area clean tidy ensuring that the highest standards of housekeeping and hygiene are always maintained.

To ensure that there is always adherence to the sites 5S policy at all times.

Communication: ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers, verbally, in writing and through presentations.

Determination: ability to overcome obstacles.

Influence/persuasiveness: ability to influence and inspire others.

Be self-motivated.

Be standards-driven with a keen eye for detail.

Ability to use own initiative and lead by example.

Ability to remain calm under pressure and work to tight deadlines.

Be team-focused by harnessing collaboration and co-operation of others.

Be prepared to participate in continuous development and training.