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.

Opportunity summary:  As General Manager you will have full responsibility for the performance and profitability of the plant facility. This includes managing and focusing on measures associated with safety, quality, cost and productivity and focusing on strategic expansion by increasing local and regional sales. 

 

How you will impact SmurfitWestrock:

Maintain the plant’s profitability and ensure all safety and quality requirements are metDevelop and implement business plans that align with company goals and overall strategic vision  Build a high performing team and work collaboratively to drive change initiatives within the organizationDrive and implement continuous improvement initiatives tied to the strategic business directionBuild partnerships with your Corporate Sales Managers to identify Business Unit growth opportunities and maintain relationships with key accounts  Oversee sales and production of a multi-plant division to meet short-term and long-term divisional objectives to achieve optimum efficiencyBuild effective alliances with other Business Units, Sales, Logistics, Production, Safety and Quality Managers to better serve customers that cross multiple business units

 

What you need to succeed:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or EngineeringMust have a minimum 7 years of Manufacturing/Operations experience along with proven experience in budget and financial managementHave a proven track record of goal-setting and achievement and demonstrated ability to build, lead, and motivate diverse teamsAbility to initiate projects in pursuit of greater profitability, anticipate potential problems and address them earlyAbility to facilitate the development of others’ knowledge and skillsDemonstrated knowledge of capital management (P&L and capital budgets) and analyzing financial data Must possess excellent strategic planning and analytical skills Ability to operate with the customers’ best interest in mind Ability to respond quickly to changing demands, processes and updated information Communicate effectively with the ability to adjust communication style based on audience     Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. The salary range for this position is $159,000.00 - $265,000.00, depending on your role, level, and location. The range listed is also the expected pay for roles in Illinois and Colorado. The benefits for this role include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 10 days of paid vacation, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your pay will be based on factors such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about this posting, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process. You may apply online at and the application window is expected to close by 27-Jan-2026.