General InformationJob IDATR64854
Posting Job TitleGeneral Manager
LocationsNC Marion
Employment TypeFull Time
Date Posted20-Jul-2026
Relocation SupportYes
Description & RequirementsGeneral Manager - Marion, NCThe Opportunity: Responsible for the overall operations of the facility in a manner which supports the company's safety, quality, efficiency, and cost objectives. Execute business strategy and achieve facility goals including budgeted EBITDA. Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures. Foster a team atmosphere, provide vision, and demonstrate support of the company's core processes.
How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock:- Implements, improves and maintains manufacturing policies & procedures, materials usage, shipping & receiving, capacity planning, production scheduling, safety, customer satisfaction, and Key Performance Indicators.
- Identifies and implements optimal business processes and organizational structure for plant.
- Identifies, recommends and implements strategic changes in manufacturing and operations.
- Builds, develops and manages a capable operations leadership team.
- Provides individual team members with aggressive and clear performance objectives.
- Leads by example with a passion for customer service.
- Champions initiatives to institutionalize Safety, Quality, Lean Manufacturing, Team Development and Continuous Improvement.
- Provides leadership and support to Lean Business Practices and Activities.
- Prepares and submits capital equipment recommendations, process changes, building improvements.
- Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the company's business and manufacturing processes, products and operating philosophy.
- Develops strong lines of communication across the facility to facilitate teamwork and employee engagement.
- Mentors direct reports and assists them with hiring, terminating, and discipline/developmental issues among their subordinates.
- Ensures that the facility has an effective overall strategy and program for employee development and training.
- Ensures that the facility operates in a manner which optimizes the safety of all employees and is in compliance with all safety and environmental federal and state regulations.
- Ensures compliance with all company policies and procedures.
- Ensures that facility production meets corporate quality standards.
- Develops and manages the facility's budget and labor in a manner which achieves the corporation's cost/profit objectives.
- Ensures facility meets production and on-time delivery targets.
- Implements effective materials management practices throughout the plant.
- Functions well in a fast-paced environment and manages competing priorities.
- Makes sound operational decisions.
- Leads change.
- Manages conflict effectively.
- Understands the functions and capabilities of various corporate departments and uses those resources effectively.
- Leads root cause analyses and ensures problems are resolved effectively and in a timely manner.
- Uses data to improve productivity.
- Owns issues and problems, seeing them through to resolution.
- Identifies with and supports corporate leadership and company decisions.
- Ensures that employees are being recognized appropriately for good performance.
- Builds collaborative relationships within the organization.
- Interacts with other plant managers to share best practices
- Ensures high levels of customer satisfaction by effectively interacting with Sales and Customer Service.
- Provides timely and regular operations reports to the Regional Operations Director and other members of Senior Management.
- Provides Regional Operations Director with ad hoc support.
- Performs other job duties as assigned.
What You Need to Succeed:- Bachelor's degree in a related technical or management discipline strongly preferred with a minimum of 5-7 years' experience in operations and manufacturing management.
- Minimum 5-7 years' printing experience.
- Must have demonstrated track record of manufacturing management excellence, evidenced by a track record of achieving production, quality and cost objectives while maintaining a safe and positive environment for line manufacturing employees.
- Superior communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills evidencing the ability to effectively communicate with subordinates, superiors, peers, customers, etc.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong planning and budgeting skills.
- Must demonstrate superior leadership and managerial skills indicative of the ability to instill teamwork, delegate effectively, and build collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of business objectives.
- Strong organizational skills and a superior attention to detail.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and objectives
- Must demonstrate a proactive management style evidencing the ability to anticipate and resolve potential issues before they become significant problems.
- Must demonstrate creativity and innovation indicative of an ability to identify new approaches, processes and systems to business operations and issues.
- Strong personal computer skills including proficiency with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; specific experience with Radius manufacturing and financial systems would be a plus.
- Ability to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations.
What We Offer:- Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence
- Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
- Competitive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential
- A career with a global packaging company where sustainability, safety, and inclusion are foundational to how we operate
- Competitive total rewards package including medical, dental, and vision coverage options starting on your first day
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions and flexible spending account (FSA) options
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match and automatic contributions to support your long-term financial goals
- Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage for financial protection
- Mental health support and wellness programs designed to promote overall well-being
- Generous paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and paid parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement and ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Additional 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.
