Project Manager - Smyrna, GA

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Sr Director Technical Services of PM&A team, the Project Manager leads and supports the implementation of equipment installation projects for major customers. The position requires strong project management and technical skills to coordinate these projects across multiple disciplines. We will consider candidates with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role and will provide development to prepare the candidate to move into roles of greater responsibility within Technical Services.

How you will impact WestRock:

• Manage all phases from inception through equipment installation and start-up. Responsibilities include safety, scope and cost management, field execution management, and evaluating performance after projects are in-service (e.g., closing meeting lessons learned)

• Coordinate with Customers, internal operations, customer maintenance, management, and other project stake holders on an ongoing basis.

• Lead all phases of the project process to include project scopes, cost estimates and schedules, "Authorization for Expenditure" requests, by working with consultants, vendors, customers, PM&A design team, etc.

• Manage Scope of Work development and work closely with WestRock Procurement to evaluate and award equipment and service contracts (as needed).

• Initiate purchase requisitions for equipment, labor, and materials for assigned capital and repair projects.

• Manage the direction of consultants, contractors, and maintenance work associated with assigned projects and repairs/modifications.

• Can respond with agility to unforeseen circumstances such as installation or startup issues

• Responsible for conducting business with integrity and respect, being accountable, and actively pursuing excellence.

What you need to succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or other technical discipline desired (but not necessary.

• The preferred candidate will have 5+ years related experience with emphasis on engineering of capital projects but will consider a candidate with a minimum of 2 years professional experience that has a strong technical aptitude and ability to develop.

• Strong project management and organization skills with a high focus on detailed work

• Interpersonal skills such as building close working relationships and minimizing disagreements are important elements.

• Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

• Adaptability to rapidly changing working environments and operational situations.

• Physical ability to operate in a manufacturing environment including light to moderate lifting, walking, and climbing, oral communication, correctable vision, and ability to work in potentially hot, humid, and dusty conditions.

• Computer literacy in word processing, spreadsheets, electronic mail and presentation graphics, etc.

• Aligned with our company values of Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Excellence

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.

• Benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and much more!

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

WestRock (NYSE:WRK) partners with our customers to provide differentiated paper and packaging solutions that help them win in the marketplace. WestRock's team members support customers around the world from locations spanning North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Learn more at www.westrock.com.

WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. 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.