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 Area Human Resources Manager is a strategic advisor and enterprise HR leader responsible for shaping people strategy and organizational capability across multiple manufacturing locations within the North Atlantic Region. This role reports to the Vice President of Operations and partners closely with area business leaders to translate business priorities into scalable workforce, talent, and culture strategies that drive performance, engagement, and long-term value.

This position leads and develops a team of HR professionals while serving as a trusted thought partner to plant and regional leadership on complex organizational, labor, and talent matters. The candidate is required to be strategically located within Pennsylvania or New Jersey area to support assigned operations.

How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock

Lead key initiatives and provide solutions for employee relations, organization development, performance management, workforce planning, talent acquisition, employee development, and succession planning processes. Design and lead initiatives which serve to ensure we have strong plans in place to attract, develop and retain the talent and capabilities needed to meet business objectives.
Partner closely with leaders and other members of the HR team to assess the pipeline of internal talent. Work with Talent Acquisition to create strategies that will attract outside talent.
Partner with Learning & Organizational Development and others to identify training needs and solutions for the plants as well as individual leadership coaching needs.
Support plant leadership teams to assist with developing a culture of positive employee engagement.
Oversee all aspects of HR including Compensation, Employment, Benefits, Training, Employee Relations, Talent Management, and Labor Relations.
Maintain compliance with all applicable Federal and State Laws including EEO, FMLA, HIPAA, ADA, and the NLRA.
Proven record of analyzing HR processes and introducing improvements that have positive business impact and measurable ROI.
Manages union relationships and labor relations activities including contract interpretation and grievance administration. Handles complaints, settles disputes, resolves grievances and conflicts, and conducts internal investigative procedures.
Manages HR program roll-out, communicating the business value and minimizing business disruption.

What You Need To Succeed

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related discipline (Master’s or MBA preferred)
7 years of experience in a fast-paced HR or business role, with 3 years of US labor relations experience – Required
Broad experience in employee relations, organizational development & planning, talent management consulting and compensation/rewards. Demonstrated ability to drive business results.
Demonstrated change management excellence with significant/complex organizational change efforts.
Demonstrated experience in strategic people planning and organizational design strategy.
Must be a proactive and goal-oriented individual who is an agent for positive change and innovation, inspiring employees to the highest standards of performance through frequent communication, good management practices, performance measurement systems, and leadership.
Proven business and financial acumen, able to work with credibility and influence functional leaders.
Strong communications and ability to work in a matrixed environment; ability to build and maintain strong partnerships across multiple areas and geographies.
Ability to investigate and assess employee conflicts objectively and solve such issues using a variety of methods and tools, including coaching and conflict resolution.
Intermediate to Advanced MS Office, HRIS, and Talent Management software experience.
Strong organizational, analytical and project management skills.
Ability to travel - 50%.

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.

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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