Plant Operations Leader - Lean, GMP & OEE

WestRock Company; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision

HSA contributions

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Learning opportunities

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Raleigh, NC seeks an Operations Manager to lead manufacturing and distribution teams, drive efficiency, and improve OEE using Six Sigma and CI initiatives. The role reports to the General Manager and requires strong leadership across shifts.

Responsibilities include staffing optimization, collaborating with maintenance on preventive programs, budget management, and ensuring GMP compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5–10 years of experience in pharmaceutical printing or manufacturing.
• Detailed knowledge of the finishing process.
• ISO and GMP experience preferred.
• Understanding of core processes integration is important.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to mentor across shifts.
• Proficient computer knowledge including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Set priorities to efficiently operate all departmental activities.
• Assess process needs to determine staffing for production goals.
• Collaborate with maintenance to support production goals and CMMS improvements.
• Establish and maintain operational budget within guidelines.
• Evaluate current operations and implement improvements to boost OEE.
• Provide resource feedback to the General Manager to support process goals.
• Promote teamwork across all levels of the company.
• Ensure GMP compliance across all departments.
• Back-up responsibilities: Plant Manager may back-up General Manager and some Department Manager roles.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Mentoring

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Raleigh, NC seeks an Operations Manager to lead manufacturing and distribution teams, drive efficiency, and improve OEE using Six Sigma and CI initiatives. The role reports to the General Manager and requires strong leadership across shifts.

Responsibilities include staffing optimization, collaborating with maintenance on preventive programs, budget management, and ensuring GMP compliance.