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Production Operator

Smurfit Westrock
Cowpens, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 9/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/24/2026
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.

Posting Job Title: Production Shift

Location: Cowpens, SC

Employment Type: Full Time

Pay Type: Hourly

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Shift: Rotating

Travel Requirements: 0

Relocation: No

The Opportunity

When you join Smurfit Westrock, you will be joining a team that creates sustainable paper and packaging solutions that help move the world forward. In this role, you will support safe and efficient mill operations by performing a variety of production functions across multiple work areas. Successful operators must develop proficiency in at least seven of the mill's nine production positions, enabling the team to meet production goals, support customer needs, and drive operational performance.

How You Will Make An Impact

  • Ensure a reliable flow of recycled fiber raw materials to production operations, supporting continuous mill performance and customer delivery commitments.
  • Operate material handling and production equipment safely and efficiently to maximize productivity and maintain operational excellence.
  • Manage OCC inventory and material movement using computerized systems to maintain accurate stock levels and support production planning.
  • Optimize fiber quality by selecting and supplying the appropriate mix of OCC grades to meet manufacturing and product quality standards.
  • Produce customer-ready paper rolls by operating Reel and Winder equipment in accordance with quality, safety, and specification requirements
  • Support the timely shipment of finished products through safe loading and handling of customer orders
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment while adhering to all safety, environmental, and operational procedures.
  • Alignment with Smurfit Westrock's values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect

Required Qualifications

What You Need to Succeed

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Must have a flexible schedule to work four 4 day on / 4 day off shift rotation, including weekends and holidays
  • Must be willing to work overtime as required, including during scheduled mill outages
  • Must have basic computer skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Lift Truck experience preferred
  • Prior manufacturing experience preferred

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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