Dir, Mfg Ops

General Information

Job ID
ATR61011

Posting Job Title
Operations Manager

Locations
FL Jacksonville Seminole Mill

Employment Type
Full Time

Date Posted
20-Apr-2026

Relocation Support
Yes

Description & Requirements

Smurfit 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.


CAREER OPPORTUNITY

The Operations Manager leads the mill-wide effort to improve safety, environmental compliance, product quality, and production. This position has direct management of Paper Machines, Shipping, Power and OCC to produce quality products in a safe, productive, and cost-efficient manner.


HOW YOU WILL IMPACT SMURFIT WESTROCK

• Actively promote safety excellence by modeling safety leadership and expecting it of both peers and leaders within the Operations Manager span of control
• Ensure systematic and complete commitment to fulfilling the expectations of our Safety Management System
• Lead in a way that inspires employees to follow all applicable OSHA regulations, Smurfit Westrock safety standards and Seminole Mill policies
• Ensure environmental compliance with federal, state and local statutes, Smurfit Westrock environmental standards and Seminole Mill policies
• Operate in a manner that meets customer expectations, compliant with ISO9001 and the Seminole Mill quality policy
• Maximize production while maintaining alignment with demand and fiber inventory to achieve mill balance
• Support Lean 6 Sigma activities and champion the overall improvement of the mill's cost position
• Build and sustain operating processes (e.g., Operator Basic Care) that support equipment reliability goals
• Supports the development of operational forecasts and budgets to improve mill profitability
• Drives systematic improvement in mill operations and other mill processes like communications, safety, quality, employee engagement
• Develop leaders through training, stretch assignments, feedback, the performance management process, etc.
• Works with managers and supervisors to develop SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, timely) goals that properly align with stated mill goals and hold them accountable for the defined results
• Build positive relations with employees and union leaders based on the Smurfit Westrock values of Safety. Loyalty. Integrity. Respect.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

• Minimum of 10-15 years operational experience with paper industry experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in degree in engineering or paper science required
• At least 5-7 years of leading salaried direct reports in a manufacturing environment
• General understanding of mill-wide operations
• Experience working in a union environment
• Must be a strong leader with demonstrated communication skills and a high sense of urgency and attention to detail
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with employees at all levels of the organization
• Must be able to clearly define objectives and expectations and be effective in involving others in the achievement of those objectives
• Ability to direct continuous improvement in all areas, but with special emphasis on safety, environmental, quality, production, and cost

Keywords: Ops Manager, Operations Manager, GM, General Manager, Paper Mill Manager, Business Unit Manager, Mill Manager, engineering manager, paper operations leader, Power Manager, Power & Recovery Manager, paper mill, paper, recycled paper, OCC, recycle mill, containerboard, liner, linerboard, linerboard, medium, kraft paper, containerboard

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.