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Mgr I, Mfg Ops

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

Smurfit Westrock has an opportunity for an Operations Manager at our recycling facility in ... Oversight of major projects. * Oversee logistics for the shipping and receiving of raw materials.

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Staff Eng, Proj Engineering

West Point, VA · On-site

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT SMURFIT WESTROCK: * Perform and or manage all Front End Planning and Detailed Design engineering for approved capital projects with the objective of meeting technical, cost ...

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Assoc Dsgn,Packaging Design

West Chester, OH · On-site

$59.63K - $99.38K/yr

You'll also take ownership of organizing project materials, managing outbound shipments, and maintaining documentation-all while gaining valuable exposure to Smurfit Westrock's fully integrated ...

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Sr. Asst, Customer Service

Lexington, KY · On-site

$34K - $57K/yr

Represent Smurfit Westrock values and deliver excellent service through each interaction. * Facilitates quotes and provides pricing. * Creates new item specifications/projects. * Manage accounts ...

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Staff Eng, Proj Engineering

Stevenson, AL · On-site

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT SMURFIT WESTROCK: * Manage and complete maintenance repair projects during annual shutdowns * Provide engineering expertise to Operations and Maintenance departments to help ...

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Sr. Anlst, IT&D Eng & Arch

Duluth, GA · On-site

$96.20K - $132.10K/yr

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are ... Works closely with Project Managers from other teams/departments to complete work. * Operationalize ...

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Assoc Dsgn,Packaging Design

West Chester, OH · On-site

$59.63K - $99.38K/yr

You'll also take ownership of organizing project materials, managing outbound shipments, and maintaining documentation-all while gaining valuable exposure to Smurfit Westrock's fully integrated ...

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Dir, Research & Dev

Evadale, TX · On-site

Product Leader for WestRock - SBS, CNK, and Containerboard. Manage local team of professionals in ... Work involves analysis and requires judgement to plan programs and projects that will resolve ...

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Mgr, Maintenance

Arlington, TX · On-site

Champions projects and tasks in accordance with Smurfit Westrock's policies and procedures to ... management experience * 3+ years of experience of remote troubleshooting * Ability to travel ...

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Mgr I, Mfg Ops

West Point, VA · On-site

$162.20K/yr

... Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are ... management systems to improve equipment performance and reliability, including capital projects ...

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Staff Eng, Proj Engineering

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$115.50K - $192.50K/yr

How you will impact WestRock: * Evaluating the performance of mechanical and electromechanical systems to determine best option for replacement. * By effectively managing large capital projects, this ...

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General Manager

Adams, WI · On-site

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a dynamic General Manager to lead operations at our Adams, WI site ... management systems and performance tracking. * Support capital projects and ensure optimal ...

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Manager II, Quality

Murfreesboro, TN · On-site

How you will impact WestRock: * Ensuring the supply of the highest quality product for the customer ... Project management and problem-solving skills, such as 6 Sigma, or another recognised Business ...

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Staff Eng, Process Control

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Manage and/or assist in the deployment of new control system configurations, hardware, and ... Support capital projects and provide technical support in the 30 WestRock paper mills and 3 ...

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Associate, Procurement

Smyrna, GA · On-site

How You Will Impact Smurfit WestRock: * Lead by example, safety and accountability are fundamental ... Receive, manage, and organize returned information. What You need to Succeed * 3 years of ...

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Sr. Eng, Reliability Eng

Evadale, TX · On-site

How you will impact Smurfit WestRock: * Subject Matter Expert, SME for the design, installation ... project management and trouble -shooting roles * Support training Electrical programs for ...

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Staff Eng, Proj Engineering

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$117.75K - $196.25K/yr

The Smurfit Westrock Solvay Mill has an opportunity for an Electrical Engineer to join the team as a project manager overseeing multiple capital projects as the company continues it's investment in ...

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Sr. Eng, Proj Engineering

Roanoke Rapids, NC · On-site

$93.20K - $128K/yr

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT SMURFIT WESTROCK: * Manage all phases of capital projects from inception through equipment installation and start-up. * Develop project scopes, cost estimates and schedules.

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Manager I, Quality

Evadale, TX · On-site

... Westrock: * Provide technical support for Paper Testing Lab activities and special project ... Provide support to the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System throughout scope area * Oversee the ...

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Ld Analyst, IT Bus Sys

Atlanta, GA · On-site

... the project completion and handles both project and budget management. Keep up to date on the ... Smurfit Westrock utilizes Oracle Transportation Management for sourcing, rate management, carrier ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Project Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Project Manager, you need strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving abilities, generally supported by a bachelor's degree and relevant project management experience. Familiarity with project management software like Microsoft Project, Asana, or Jira, and certifications such as PMP or PRINCE2, are commonly required. Excellent communication, adaptability, and stakeholder management are vital soft skills that enable effective collaboration and conflict resolution. These skills ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget, and with satisfied stakeholders.

What are some common challenges faced by project managers when leading cross-functional teams, and how can they be addressed?

Project managers often encounter challenges like miscommunication, conflicting priorities, and varying work styles when coordinating cross-functional teams. To address these, it's important to establish clear communication channels, set well-defined goals, and foster a collaborative environment. Regular check-ins and transparent progress updates help align team members and ensure accountability. Additionally, understanding each department's unique perspective enables the project manager to anticipate and resolve conflicts proactively.

What is project management?

Project management is the process of planning, organizing, and overseeing the completion of specific projects within an organization. It involves setting clear goals, allocating resources, managing budgets, and ensuring that project milestones are met on time and within scope. Project managers coordinate teams, handle risks, and communicate with stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. Effective project management helps organizations achieve their objectives efficiently and with high quality results.

What is the difference between Project Management vs Business Analysis?

AspectProject ManagementBusiness Analysis
Primary FocusPlanning, executing, and closing projectsIdentifying business needs and solutions
CertificationsPMP, CAPMCBAP, CCBA
Work EnvironmentProject teams across industriesBusiness units, consulting
Industry UsageConstruction, IT, manufacturingIT, finance, healthcare

While project management focuses on delivering projects on time and within scope, business analysis centers on understanding business needs and defining solutions. Both roles often collaborate but serve distinct functions in project success and organizational improvement.

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Infographic showing various Project Management job openings at Westrock in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution.
Mgr I, Mfg Ops

Mgr I, Mfg Ops

Westrock

Jacksonville, FL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

General Information
Job ID
ATR62365
Posting Job Title
Recycle Plant Operations Manager
Locations
FL Jacksonville Recycle
Employment Type
Full Time
Date Posted
20-May-2026
Relocation Support
Yes
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.
The opportunity:
Smurfit Westrock has an opportunity for an Operations Manager at our recycling facility in Jacksonville, FL. Jacksonville Recycling is committed to creating and increasing the Smurfit Westrock Recycling presence in support of the Smurfit Westrock Mills in the region. Our success is directly related to our co-workers, their safety and efficiency. The position would report to the General Manager of the facility.
How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:
Safety:
  • Ensure employees are operating in a safe manner and following the procedures and policies set forth by Smurfit Westrock.
  • Execute the training and associated tasks of the required Safety programs.
  • Maintain and create a strong safety culture.

Operations:
  • Address unplanned and scheduled maintenance issues.
  • Responsible for ensuring quality systems are in place and comply with customer specifications.
  • Manage and solve maintenance issues as they arise.
  • Oversight of major projects.
  • Oversee logistics for the shipping and receiving of raw materials.
  • Oversee the organization of the workspace and tools to increase efficiency.
  • Make sure the daily housekeeping is in place and maintained.

Compliance:
  • Maintain compliance is all areas including, but not limited to OSHA, EPA & all local codes.
  • Conduct business where the Smurfit Westrock values (Integrity, Respect, Accountability & Excellence) are core to day-to-day activities.
  • Ensure all environmental compliance issues are addressed on a timely basis.

People:
  • Facilitate daily meetings and seek input from all co-workers.
  • Manage employees to include schedules, training, productivity and discipline when necessary.
  • Create and oversee the daily production schedule.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • Direct supervision of the shift supervisor, maintenance and all plant employees.

What you need:
Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
  • Ability to Execute - Targets and achieves results, sets and accomplishes challenging goals, prioritizes and manages tasks effectively, maintains an organized system to monitor progress, overcomes obstacles, accepts accountability, sets standards, responsibilities and provides leadership/motivation.
  • Commitment to Task - Meets commitments, works independently, accepts ownership of projects and outcomes, takes personal responsibility and sets objectives/standards, stays focused under pressure, meets attendance/punctuality requirements, shows a sense of urgency about getting results.
  • Communication - Clearly exchanges thoughts, ideas and messages through written, verbal and non-verbal methods that promote an understanding with the target audience. Creates accurate and punctual reports, delivers engaging presentations, shares information and ideas with others in a timely manner. Listens carefully and attentively.
  • Customer Focus - For both internal and external customers, builds customer confidence, is committed to increasing customer satisfaction, sets achievable customer expectations, assumes responsibility for solving customer problems, ensures commitments to customers are met in a timely manner, solicits opinions and ideas from customers.
  • Diversity - Supports an inclusive workplace, incorporates different viewpoints and ideas to maximize performance and contributions of employees, develops strengths in team members, deals respectfully with colleagues, customers and vendors at all levels, understands his/her role in building and sustaining a culture of high performance.
  • Initiative - Tackles problems and takes independent action, seeks out new responsibilities, acts on opportunities, generates new ideas, practices self-development, demonstrates a bias for action without prompting.
  • Innovation - Generates new ideas, challenges the status quo, pursues ongoing improvements, supports change, encourages originality, solves problems creatively.
  • Quality - Is attentive to detail and accuracy, is committed to excellence, continuously looks for improvements, finds root cause of problems, owns/acts on problems, seeks opportunities to increase effectiveness and efficiency.
  • Safety Mindset - Promotes a respect for behavioral based safety, Keeps workplace clean and safe, supports safety programs, policies/procedures, takes preventative and corrective action to address potential safety hazards and prevent future injuries, resists temptation to cut corners where safety is concerned, follows all safety related company policies and complies with location specific safety rules, drives safely on and off company property.

The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education
  • College degree preferred with a minimum of 3+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting as well as 2+ years of experience fostering a strong safety environment.

Experience
  • Maintenance experience and a strong mechanical aptitude, OSHA training, shipping and receiving/logistics experience, able to utilize your organization and planning skills in a manufacturing environment, recycling experience as well as experience with Six Sigma & Lean principles.
  • Must have experience operating material handling equipment (such as forklifts, skid steers and front-end loaders).

Language Skills
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. May require the ability to write routine reports and correspondence. May require the ability to speak effectively before peers or employees of the organization.

Reasoning Ability
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of computer skills; proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook), Smurfit Westrock systems.

Other Qualifications
  • This position requires strong leadership skills, independent thinking, strong organizational and planning skills. The ability to work the hours needed to complete the daily tasks which could include long days, and some weekends is also necessary.
  • Must be willing and able to work in an open air / outdoor environment year round.

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 career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

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.

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