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.

Exciting opportunity for an experienced leader with corrugated packaging experience!

 

The Opportunity:

 The General Manager will have full responsibility for the performance and profitability of the corrugated packaging manufacturing facility in Cullman, AL. 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. 

 

This position is located at the Smurfit Westrock Corrugated Container facility in Cullman, AL.

 

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

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 and effectively collaborate with commercial/sales business partners to identify facility growth opportunities, and maintain relationships with key accounts  Oversee 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 units

 

What you need to succeed:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Engineering preferredMust have 7+ years of progressive management experience in a Corrugated Packaging facility, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in operations/production management - RequiredProven 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 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 evolving information Communicate effectively with the ability to adjust communication style based on audience   

What we offer:

Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match and more!A 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.