Production Manager

WestRock Company; Hanover Park (IL); On-site; USD 94,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable paper and packaging solutions is seeking a Production Manager. The successful candidate will oversee daily facility operations, provide leadership to the manufacturing team, and ensure production efficiency. Candidates must possess strong leadership skills, mechanical acumen, and experience within the corrugated industry. This role offers a generous benefits package from the first day of employment.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Attractive salary

Generous benefits package

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's Degree or 7 years related experience preferred.
• 5+ years of leadership experience in the corrugated industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the facility.
• Oversee plant production and ensure efficiency.
• Serve as a coach to team members.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical Acumen

Process Management

Communication

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

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Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Career Opportunity

The Corrugator Production Manager will manage the day-to-day activities of maintaining the facility operations, including safety policies, personnel, housekeeping, maintenance, production activities, and customer requirements for the converting department. You will serve as a member of the management leadership team and will provide direction to the manufacturing facility including overseeing plant production, materials, equipment and tools to ensure efficiency is maintained and projects remain on schedule. You will also serve as a coach to team members and assist in the development and evaluation of direct reports.

General Information

Job ID

ATR51328

Posting Job Title

Production Manager

Locations

IL Hanover Park

Employment Type

Full Time

Date Posted

10-Jun-2025

Relocation Support

No

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Career Opportunity

The Corrugator Production Manager will manage the day-to-day activities of maintaining the facility operations, including safety policies, personnel, housekeeping, maintenance, production activities, and customer requirements for the converting department. You will serve as a member of the management leadership team and will provide direction to the manufacturing facility including overseeing plant production, materials, equipment and tools to ensure efficiency is maintained and projects remain on schedule. You will also serve as a coach to team members and assist in the development and evaluation of direct reports.

This position is located at the Hanover Park Corrugated Container facility.

How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock

• Provide leadership and guidance on the coordination of plant activities through planning with supervision to ensure the manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Review customer requirements and specifications to identify improvement opportunities and implement solutions to increase customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate and maintain ongoing, effective, safety plans to ensure program adoption and implementation.
• Offer new ideas to support fulfillment of department goals and procedures for continuous improvement, retention of customer base, company profitability, and employee job satisfaction.
• Develop and manage defined communication channels across various stakeholder groups to build effective relationships and produce superior products.
• Manage P&L, manufacturing costs and operating efficiencies to improve plant profitability.
• Monitor and control waste management to manage production costs and reduce environmental impacts.
  
  

What You Need To Succeed

• High School Diploma or GED - Required
• Bachelor’s Degree from four-year college or university; or 7 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 5+ years of leadership experience in the corrugated industry; Previous corrugator supervisory experience preferred.
• Demonstrated mechanical acumen.
• Proven experience using scheduling software.
• Ability to work in fast paced JIT (just-in-time) manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in process management to ensure production efficiency.
• Relentless determination and courage to make things happen; strong execution skills; results oriented.
• Ability to respond quickly to changing demands, processes, and updated information.
• Lead as a change agent to ensure lean processes are deployed with a sense of urgency.
• Demonstrated understanding of quality processes and continuous improvement, such as Six Sigma certification.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact across all levels of the organization, while accomplishing organizational goals.
• Demonstrated knowledge of capital management (P&L and capital budgets) and analyzing financial data.
• Established courses of action for self and/or others to accomplish specific planning goals.
  
  

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
• A generous benefits package starting on your first day of employment, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401k match, paid time off
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
  
  

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

The salary range for this position is $94,125.00 - $156,875.00, depending on your role, level, and location. The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentive, health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. Your actual pay will be based on your work location and other factors, such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about the specific salary range for your preferred location, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

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