Plant General Manager: Operations, Growth & Profitability

Smurfit Westrock; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit WestRock is seeking a General Manager responsible for the profitability and performance of a corrugated packaging facility in Milwaukee. You will oversee safety, quality, cost, and productivity while expanding local and regional sales and shaping strategic growth.

You will build a high performing team, drive continuous improvement, manage budgets, and partner with Sales, Logistics, and Quality to optimize operations across units. The role demands strong leadership and strategic execution.

Qualifications

• Requires degree in business or engineering.
• Minimum 7+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership.
• Experience with budgets and financial management.
• Proven ability to lead diverse teams through change.
• Strong strategic planning and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain profitability while meeting safety and quality standards.
• Develop and implement business plans aligned with company goals.
• Build a high performing team and drive change initiatives.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives tied to strategic direction.
• Collaborate with commercial/sales partners to identify growth opportunities.
• Oversee production improvements to meet short- and long-term objectives.
• Foster alliances across units to better serve cross-functional customers.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Financial acumen

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Engineering

Job description

Smurfit WestRock is seeking a General Manager responsible for the profitability and performance of a corrugated packaging facility in Milwaukee. You will oversee safety, quality, cost, and productivity while expanding local and regional sales and shaping strategic growth.

You will build a high performing team, drive continuous improvement, manage budgets, and partner with Sales, Logistics, and Quality to optimize operations across units. The role demands strong leadership and strategic execution.