General Manager, Beverage Packaging Systems - Global Ops

Smurfit Westrock; Smyrna (GA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Mental health support

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a General Manager for Beverage Packaging Systems in Smyrna, GA. You will lead the North America Machinery Operations and Service organizations, driving profitability, safety, and customer satisfaction while overseeing parts, assembly, and service delivery.

The role requires a strong technical background in high-speed machinery, extensive leadership experience, and P&L management. Travel up to 20% is expected as part of the responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of management and leadership experience in a manufacturing facility.
• Strong technical background in high-speed machinery.
• Proven experience in budget and financial management.
• Capital management knowledge (P&L and budgets) and financial data analysis.
• Excellent strategic planning and analytical skills.
• Ability to lead diverse teams through transformative change.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead North America Machinery Operations and Service organizations to drive excellence.
• Oversee spare parts procurement, assembly, and inventory accuracy.
• Ensure on-time, within-budget delivery of packaging machines.
• Align innovation resources with the company's framework.
• P&L responsibility and leadership of employees and contractors.
• Provide safety leadership and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Cross-functional leadership

High-speed machinery

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical field

Job description

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a General Manager for Beverage Packaging Systems in Smyrna, GA. You will lead the North America Machinery Operations and Service organizations, driving profitability, safety, and customer satisfaction while overseeing parts, assembly, and service delivery.

The role requires a strong technical background in high-speed machinery, extensive leadership experience, and P&L management. Travel up to 20% is expected as part of the responsibilities.