Lane two on the northbound carriageway was also closed and there was “significant damage” to the central reservation, National Highways said, with debris reported across several lanes.
It said the lorry had a trailer attached that was carrying a roller machine.
Jack-knifing is when large vehicle with a trailer loses traction and skids, causing the trailer to swing around and push the cab out, forming a V shape.
Police urged people to plan ahead before travelling, with reports of major traffic congestion across Bury.