Assembly Operations Manager

Smurfit Westrock; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus incentive

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Sick leave

Vacation days

Holiday pay

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Bolingbrook, IL is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee production operations at the Assembly/Contract Packaging facility. You will plan workflows, coordinate with teams, and drive safety and efficiency improvements.

The role requires 5+ years of supervisory experience and strong leadership, with a focus on training, budgeting, and cross-department collaboration to meet production targets and quality standards.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of supervisory experience in a related industry.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and operation manuals.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct and coordinate production work flow; prepare production schedule and set deadlines to ensure timely completion of work.
• Maintain daily contact with project coordinators, production team leaders, set-up team, and temporary staffing agency to assure production requirements are met.
• Coordinate production activities with the related activities of other departments.
• Ensure training of plant production personnel; update and maintain training documentation pertaining to production efficiency, safety, GMP's , SOP's, and quality procedures.
• Establish and control conditions in production to achieve maximum efficiency; troubleshoot and resolve problems related to design, production, and quality issues.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Verbal communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Math skills

Problem solving

Reading/comprehension

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Job description

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.

The Opportunity

The Operations Manager is responsible for the production operations of the Assembly/Contract Packaging facility.

How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock

• Plan, direct and coordinate production work flow; prepare production schedule and set deadlines to ensure timely completion of work
• Maintain daily contact with project coordinators, production team leaders, set-up team, and temporary staffing agency to assure production requirements are met
• Coordinate production activities with the related activities of other departments
• Ensure training of plant production personnel; update and maintain training documentation pertaining to production efficiency, safety, GMP's , SOP's, and quality procedures
• Establish and control conditions in production to achieve maximum efficiency; troubleshoot and resolve problems related to design, production, and quality issues
• Develop and maintain cost effective efficiency and quality improvements
• Promote innovation to achieve increased quality and productivity with Assembly Line Leaders
• Direct supervision of Production Supervisors and Support Supervisors
• Evaluate and review employee performance for both salaried and hourly employees
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels; assist as needed in resolving employee issues and discipline
• Comply with all safety and environmental rules and regulations; create and maintain a safe and secure work environment
• Liaise with vendors and contractors
• Participate in the budget process
• Assist General Manager with executing operating strategies and plans, and achieving company goals and objectives

What You Need To Succeed

• College degree preferred; High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years experience in a related industry with supervisory experience is required.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. May require the ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Effective verbal communication skills. Ability to speak English and Spanish preferred.
• Above average mathematical skills and financial acumen.
• Strong problem solving skills and working in a fast-paced environment

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, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and much more!
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

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.

The salary range for this position is $100,125.00 - $166,875.00, depending on your role, level, and location. The range listed is also the expected pay for roles in Illinois and Colorado. The benefits for this role include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 15 days of paid vacation, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your pay will be based on factors such as your skills, experience, and education.