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General Helper

Smurfit Westrock
Richmond, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/16/2026 CLOSED ON 8/15/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Helper position at Smurfit Westrock?

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.

Production Worker

5710 S. Laburnum Ave

Richmond VA 23231

Shift: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift available

Pay: $22.50/hr

The Opportunity

Primary job duties will include but not limited to safely perform a wide range of tasks supporting the manufacturing areas, production, conducting quality checks, material set-up, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working safe, demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, a strong desire to learn manufacturing processes and operating complex machinery, and have a desire to advance within the company.

  • Support the operation of a fast-paced packaging manufacturing facility
  • Focusing on our customers’ success will allow you opportunities to develop and grow your career in manufacturing
  • The Production Worker is normally the third team member assigned to a machine in the Production Department
  • Being able to support operators on different machinery while assisting different areas as needed
  • Some of the duties of this position include, but are not limited to: ensuring that all tooling for the machine is on hand, assisting the machine operator and assistant operator with setups and jam-ups, ensuring that the area surrounding the machine is kept clean of debris and spills

What You Need To Succeed

  • High School diploma or GED required
  • Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • A strong desire to advance within the industry
  • Corrugated box manufacturing a plus; familiarity with Flexo, Gluers, Rotaries, Clamp Trucks and Forklifts are a plus
  • Flexibility to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shifts; available to work overtime, including weekends as needed
  • Math skills will be assessed
  • This position requires standing, walking, lifting, bending, and crouching

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.

Hiring Immediately!

If you have one or more of the above skills, we encourage you to apply!

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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