General Manager

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. General Manager – Beverage Packaging Systems | Smyrna, Georgia The Opportunity The Beverage Packaging Systems Atlanta (BPSA) group designs, builds and provides technical service support for our advanced packaging machinery created for our customers. The General Manager will have full responsibility for the performance and profitability of the the BPSA facility in Smyrna, Georgia. How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock Lead North America Machinery Operations and Service organizations, overseeing engineering, procurement, assembly, testing, quality, safety, project management, field service, technical training, spare parts operations, and customer support to drive innovation, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction.Spare Parts Organization procures, assembles, ships parts and assemblies WorldwideSpare Parts inventory management and accuracy for $8MM in valueSpare Parts including programable components such as drives, PLCs, HMIs, and other electronic componentsService organization represents the company values at the engagement with our customersEnsure all packaging machines are delivered to our global customers with impeccable quality, on time and within budget, which is the core function of this roleAs one of the critical innovation platforms for Smurfit Westrock, you will ensure our innovation and development resources are well aligned to the company’s innovation framework ensuring the most optimized solutions across our packaging materials, designs, converting and packaging machineryP&L responsibility and direct leadership of Smurfit Westrock employees, on-site contractors and a network of supply chain partnersProvide safety leadership to ensure the facility safety execution meets company requirements and ensure all machinery produced and shipped meets local safety regulations at the time of commercializationEngage with our customers in support of our technical sales activities as well as factory acceptance test (FAT) and site acceptance test (SAT)Champion the development activities for new packaging systems (materials, carton design and machine platforms) for the BPSA team, aligning with the company’s stage gate processes and prioritizationProvide the global capacity required to meet competitive lead-times for the annual anticipated volume of machines What You Need To Succeed Bachelor’s degree in engineering or similar technical degree 15+ years of management and leadership experience in a manufacturing facilityStrong technical background in high-speed machinery Proven experience in budget and financial managementStrong 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 skillsStrong operational, commercial and financial business acumenLeadership skills required to drive the global machinery strategic agenda throughout the BPSA organization, including transformational change managementAbility 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 audienceStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish rapport with all levels of the organizationSolid influencing and negotiation skills Excellent motivational skills and multitasking abilitiesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAdvanced technical knowledge and layman translation skillsAir travel up to 20%, including domestic and international travel What We Offer Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellenceComprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunitiesCompetitive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potentialA career with a global packaging company where sustainability, safety, and inclusion are foundational to how we operateCompetitive total rewards package including medical, dental, and vision coverage options starting on your first dayHealth Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions and flexible spending account (FSA) options401(k) retirement plan with company match and automatic contributions to support your long-term financial goalsCompany-paid life insurance and disability coverage for financial protectionMental health support and wellness programs designed to promote overall well-beingGenerous paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and paid parental leaveTuition reimbursement and ongoing learning and development opportunitiesAdditional voluntary benefits such as legal services, identity protection, pet insurance, and more 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.