The Opportunity:
The Packing Operator is responsible for supporting production operations by manually packing, inspecting, and preparing finished products for shipment in a safe, efficient, and quality‑focused manner. This role plays a critical part in ensuring product quality and meeting customer standards in a new manufacturing state-of-the-art facility.
How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:
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Manually fold and pack bags according to size, product specifications, and packaging standards
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Visually inspect bags at designated quality control points and remove defective products using the Defect Library as a reference
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Monitor and verify accurate bag counts during packing operations
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Identify and document the first and last bag numbers and validate container quantities
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Stop the machine and escalate issues when defects persist on a production lane
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Provide coverage for team members during breaks to ensure continuous operations
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Assist the driver with removing mobile containers or boxes from the line
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Support reel changes, turning operations, and material adjustments when authorized
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Comply with all quality, food safety, hygiene, environmental, and workplace safety guidelines
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Clean and maintain the workstation according to established procedures
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Assist with manually inserting caps/necks during machine malfunctions after on‑the‑job training
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Perform immersion tests and sorting activities related to customer returns or in‑process defects
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Ensure proper scanning, tracking, and documentation of sorted products in the MES system
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Participate/assist in emptying the giraffes and repacking them, ensuring proper identification of materials (requires authorization)
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As required by the Machine Operator, you may be required to complete required entries in the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to assign machines and lanes
What you need to succeed:
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Ability to focus and maintain attention to detail in a fast‑paced production environment
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Willingness and availability to work shift changes, overtime, and weekends as needed
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Strong teamwork and communication skills
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Ability to follow instructions precisely, including site security, hygiene, food safety, and quality standards
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Basic reading, writing, and counting skills
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Ability to identify visual defects and understand packaging requirements
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Comfortable completing product labels and traceability documentation
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Ability to convey and follow instructions
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Strong safety mindset with the ability to consistently apply physical, food safety, and hygiene standards
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Ability to multitask across multiple production activities
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Authorization to perform specific machine‑related and material‑handling tasks, as required
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Veterans are encouraged to apply
What we offer:
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Pay rate: $18hr
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Full‑time employment in a new, state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing facility
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Work in a clean, climate‑controlled facility
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Hands‑on training during equipment installation and start‑up
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Competitive pay with overtime opportunities
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Comprehensive benefits package
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A stable career path with growth opportunities in manufacturing
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A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety, and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of daily work
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Benefit eligibility begins Day 1
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Benefits include:
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Medical w/ HSA
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Dental Vision
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Mental Health
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401(k) with 5% company match
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Paid vacation time & holidays
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Life Insurance & AD&D
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Short- & Long-term Disability Insurance
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Tuition Reimbursement.
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Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence
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Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
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An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential
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A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
