Finishing Machine Operator

Smurfit Westrock plc; Limerick; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is looking for a dedicated Machine Operator to support our European consumer packaging operations. You will run gluing machines, adhere to quality standards, and work safely to deliver consistent products on time.

The role requires a methodical, team-oriented individual who can adapt to changing demands, log duties, and participate in maintenance with engineering. A proactive learner with problem-solving skills will thrive in this environment.

Qualifications

• Results-driven and quality-focused.
• Flexible and prepared to work shifts to meet business needs.
• Experience with Alpina, Media, Signature or Jagenberg machines is a distinct advantage.
• Methodical approach to work.
• Able to work on own initiative.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Adaptable to change.
• Willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Production: Prepare and run machines to optimize potential; ensure quality.
• Maintenance: Support maintenance programs and keep area clean.
• Health and Safety: Follow procedures, report incidents.
• Logistics: Record duties and participate in continuous improvement.

Skills

Flexible and shift-ready

Teamwork & communication

Problem-solving

Adaptable to change

Willingness to learn

Own initiative

Methodical approach

Results-driven

Tools

Alpina

Media

Signature

Jagenberg

Job description

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.

Smurfit Westrock is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging, operating in 40 countries with over 500 packaging converting operations and 59 paper mills. With the circular economy at the core of our business, we use renewable, recyclable and recycled materials to create sustainable packaging solutions. For home and beauty products, our paper-based consumer packaging solutions combine elevated form and reliable function to meet the needs of today’s brands and shoppers. Our team of over 100,000 professionals drives operations across 40 countries on 6 continents and Smurfit Westrock are proud to be included on TIME Magazine’s World’s Best Companies 2025 list for the second year running.

Our Consumer Packaging business in Europe supplies paper-based packaging, leaflets and labels for a wide variety of household names in industries such as food and beverage, healthcare, beauty and personal care, premium wines and spirits, and much, much more.

With more than 5,500 colleagues across 10 countries and ~34 operating locations, Smurfit Westrock's European Consumer Packaging operation is ideally positioned to provide innovative, sustainable packaging solutions to customers across the globe.

Our Values

Safety, Loyalty, Integrity and Respect are the core values and foundations on which our organisation is built. Our values are who we are: People who value life above all else; People who do the right thing, always. People who show a deep respect for each other and all of our differences. We are a team of over 100,000 people that are united behind a shared commitment to create, protect and care - We are Smurfit Westrock.

Job Purpose

To perform all duties of a Machine Operator, ensuring the effective running of gluing machines to their optimum potential. This includes adhering to stringent quality standards and ensuring a quality product is delivered to the customer on time, while working safely and in compliance with established safe systems of working.

Key Responsibilities

Production

• Prepare and run machines to their optimum potential, ensuring quality standards are met.
• Comply with current systems of working, including established shift patterns.
• Achieve daily/weekly production targets.
• Adhere to established quality standards within the guidelines of the quality systems.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives in production.
• Provide cover as required for process operatives.
• Log and record duties performed in SFDC.

Maintenance

• Maintain all machinery and equipment in line with planned maintenance programs.
• Keep the work area clean and tidy, maintaining high standards of housekeeping.
• Work proactively with the engineering department to log faults and improve machineperformance.
• Participate in fault finding and correcting malfunctions on the machine.
• General housekeeping of the machine and surrounding areas.

Health and Safety

• Work and encourage others to work safely, adhering to health and safety procedures.
• Report all accidents, dangerous occurrences, and non-conformances to management.

Person Specification

• Results-driven and quality-focused.
• Flexible and prepared to work shifts to meet business needs.
• Experience with Alpina, Media, Signature or Jagenberg machines is a distinct advantage.
• Methodical approach to work.
• Able to work on own initiative.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Adaptable to change.
• Willingness to learn.

Additional Requirements

• Uphold and promote Smurfit Westrock’s values and behaviours.
• Must be flexible and adaptable to change.
• Must be prepared to take on additional responsibilities and other duties as required to meet business needs.
• Successfully adapt to changing demands and conditions.

Environmental, Health and Safety

It is your responsibility to co-operate with Smurfit Westrock in relation to all health, safety and environmental topics. This includes working to the practices shown during training that will be provided to you and the company's health, safety and environmental policies. You will be expected to work in accordance with local site practices and not to interfere with or misuse anything that's been provided for your health, safety or welfare.

Other Requirements

Flexible and adaptable to change and prepared to take on additional responsibilities with other duties as required to meet business needs. Successfully adapts to changing demands and conditions. Be able to be self-motivated, standards driven, with a keen eye for detail whilst being team focused and harnessing collaboration and co-operation of others.

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.