Operations Manager

Smurfit Westrock; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock, a global leader in sustainable packaging, seeks an Operations Manager in Raleigh, NC to lead manufacturing and distribution operations, drive improvements, and manage costs.

Responsibilities include optimizing staffing, implementing preventive maintenance, ensuring GMP and safety, analyzing data to raise OEE, and mentoring teams across shifts. This role reports to the General Manager.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of relevant experience in a pharmaceutical printing or manufacturing environment.
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of the finishing process is required.
• ISO and GMP experience preferred.
• Knowledge of integration with other core processes is critical.

Responsibilities

• Establishes priorities to effectively and efficiently operate all departmental activities.
• Evaluates staffing needs to meet production goals and metrics.
• Partners with maintenance to support a preventive maintenance program.
• Manages operational budget within guidelines and drives process improvements.
• Reports to the General Manager with resource needs to support process goals.
• Promotes teamwork and adheres to safety and GMP requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Mentoring

Data analysis

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

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.

Operations Manager - Raleigh, NC

The Opportunity

The Operations Manager provides leadership and guidance with the ability to influence a positive change within manufacturing and distribution departments within the facility. The Operations Manager must be able to manage different levels of experience and provide improvement regardless of tenure. The Operations Manager must be able to analyze data to determine root causes of efficiency deficits and drive change throughout all operations to improve OEE utilizing Six Sigma methodology and Continuous Process Improvement initiatives. This position reports directly to the General Manager.

How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock

• Establishes priorities designed to effectively and efficiently operate all departmental activities.
• Evaluates the needs of all processes on an ongoing basis to determine optimal staffing levels required to accomplish production goals and metrics.
• Works with maintenance to establish and maintain an effective preventative maintenance program to adequately support the production goals and process design.
• Establishes and maintains operational budget within established guidelines.
• Evaluates current operations and implements improvements within the operations.
• Provides feedback to the General Manager with regard to resource needs to support the goals of all processes.
• Provides other assistance to the General Manager as requested.
• Works proactively to promote teamwork at all levels of the company.
• Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, safety rules, security procedures and instructions.
• Perform all duties according to established safety policy, including wearing all PPEs to perform duties.
• Willing to work flexible hours as needed.
• Ensure GMP compliance across all departments.
• Back-up responsibilities: The Plant Manager serves as back-up to the General Manager and some Department Manager roles if needed.

What You Need To Succeed

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent G.E.D.
• 5–10 years of relevant experience in a pharmaceutical printing or manufacturing environment, and/or equivalent training or an appropriate combination of education and experience.
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of the finishing process is required.
• ISO and GMP experience preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of integration with other core processes is critical.
• Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills are required to work effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Knowledge and understanding of company initiatives and processes that involve or may impact operations are required.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively motivate and lead a team of individuals.
• Ability to serve as a mentor by participating in the operations related to all shifts.
• Proficient computer knowledge including Microsoft Office.

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.

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.