General Manager (Hendersonville)

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.

The Opportunity :

Responsible for the overall operations of the facility in a manner which supports the companys 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 companys core processes.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock :

• Identifies and implements optimal business processes and organizational structure for plant.
• Implements, improves and maintains manufacturing policies & procedures, materials usage, shipping & receiving, capacity planning, production scheduling, safety, customer satisfaction, and Key Performance Indicators.
• 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 companys 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 facilitys budget and labor in a manner which achieves the corporations 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 SVP Operations and other members of Senior Management.
• Provides SVP Operations with ad hoc support.

What you need to succeed :

What We Offer :

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.