General Manager

General ManagerSmurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.The Opportunity:The General Manager will have full responsibility for the performance and profitability of the corrugated packaging manufacturing 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 Smurfit WestRockMaintain 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 visionBuild 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 and effectively collaborate with commercial/sales business partners to identify facility growth opportunities, and maintain relationships with key accountsOversee and drive improvements in facility production 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 unitsWhat you need to succeedBachelor's Degree in Business or Engineering - Required7+ years of progressive management experience in a manufacturing facility, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in operations/production management - Required.Proven experience in budget and financial managementHave a proven track record of goal setting and demonstrated ability to build, develop, lead, and motivate diverse teams through transformative changeAbility 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 dataMust possess excellent strategic planning and analytical skillsAbility to operate with the customers' best interest in mindAbility to respond quickly to changing demands, processes, and evolving informationCommunicate effectively with the ability to adjust communication style based on audienceWhat we offerCorporate 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.Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment. 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.