Production Associate

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

• Assist the Operator and Assistant Operator in the setup and operation of equipment used to run corrugated boxes according to customer specifications.
• Operate equipment when necessary to maintain productivity, quality, and safe machine performance.
• Ability to operate various manufacturing equipment, follow specific direction, operate power hand tools, and other duties as assigned.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Ability to read a tape measure and have basic math and computer skills.
• Ability to work safely and comply with all safety regulations.
• Ability to lift, push or pull 50lbs, navigate stairs, stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout the entire shift.
• Required to work daily overtime and weekend work.
  
  

Starting Pay: $20.83/hour

Shift Diff: $0.50/hr - 2nd Shift, $0.52.hr - 3rd Shift

1st Shift :6a-2p, 2nd Shift :2-10p, 3rd :10p-6a

How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock

• Follow all safety and housekeeping procedures, including lockout/tagout, PPE use, awareness of moving machinery and nip points, proper lifting techniques, and use of guards and safety devices.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area by performing daily cleanup, removing trash, following the Safety Manual cleaning schedule, and keeping scrap cleared.
• Use Factory Orders and Print Cards to set accurate machine parameters and ensure proper equipment operation.
• Perform essential machine setup tasks such as setting the stacker, installing dies/attachments/printing plates, setting rolls, collars, scores, blades, feeders, adjusting pressures and register, and operating glue and ink systems.
• Conduct key quality checks including first‑piece dimensional and print inspections, in‑run checks, ink color/viscosity checks, and confirming proper box fold and completeness.
• Shut down equipment and notify a supervisor immediately if major issues occur.
• Communicate effectively using interrupt buttons, verbal communication, and required hand signals.
  
  

Foundational Skills

What you need to succeed:

• Ability to read and apply safety rules and operating instructions
• Basic math skills
• Ability to read a tape measure
  
  

Technical Skills

• Ability to recognize proper versus improper machine operation
• Understanding of machine setup components (rolls, dies, feeders, scores, blades, rails, etc.)
• Ability to operate glue and ink systems
• Ability to follow manufacturing process controls and quality requirements
  
  

Safety & Work Environment Requirements

• Commitment to safe work practices
• Ability to work around moving machinery, conveyors, and nip points
• Use of required PPE
  
  

What We Offer

• A culture built on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence
• Training on equipment operation, safety procedures, and machine setup
• Opportunities to develop technical skills in corrugated converting
• A stable, team‑oriented manufacturing environment focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement
  
  

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.