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.

The Opportunity:

The Production Manager will manage the day-to-day activities of both the Corrugator and Converting departments. You will be responsible for maintaining facility operations, including safety policies, personnel, housekeeping, maintenance, production activities, and customer requirements for the converting department. You will serve as a member of the management leadership team and will provide direction to the manufacturing facility including overseeing plant production, materials, equipment and tools to ensure efficiency is maintained and projects remain on schedule. You will also serve as a coach to team members and assist in the development and evaluation of direct reports.

How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock:

Provide leadership and guidance on the coordination of plant activities through planning with supervision to ensure the manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost-effective manner. Review customer requirements and specifications to identify improvement opportunities and implement solutions to increase customer satisfaction. Coordinate and maintain ongoing, effective, safety plans to ensure program adoption and implementation. Offer new ideas to support fulfillment of department goals and procedures for continuous improvement, retention of customer base, company profitability, and employee job satisfaction. Develop and manage defined communication channels across various stakeholder groups to build effective relationships and produce superior products. Manage P&L, manufacturing costs and operating efficiencies to improve plant profitability. Monitor and control waste management to manage production costs and reduce environmental impacts. 

What You Need to Succeed:

 

Bachelor’s Degree from four-year college or university; or 7 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. 7+ years of leadership experience within a Corrugated packaging manufacturing facility - RequiredDemonstrated mechanical acumen. Proven experience using scheduling software. Ability to work in fast paced JIT (just-in-time) manufacturing environment. Demonstrated expertise in process management to ensure production efficiency. Relentless determination and courage to make things happen; strong execution skills; results oriented. Ability to respond quickly to changing demands, processes, and updated information. Lead as a change agent to ensure lean processes are deployed with a sense of urgency.Demonstrated understanding of quality processes and continuous improvement, such as Six Sigma certification. Excellent communication skills and ability to interact across all levels of the organization, while accomplishing organizational goals. Demonstrated knowledge of capital management (P&L and capital budgets) and analyzing financial data. Established courses of action for self and/or others to accomplish specific planning goals. 

 

 

What We Offer:

 

Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellenceComprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunitiesAn attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potentialA generous benefits package starting on your first day of employment, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401k match, paid time offA career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

 

 

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 $144,375.00 - $240,625.00, 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 21-May-2026.