Assistant Machine Operator - Manufacturing

Smurfit Westrock; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit WestRock in Rogers, AR is seeking an Assistant Machine Operator to support setup, safe operation, and shutdown of packaging machinery. You will monitor run conditions and perform routine quality checks on containerboard and packaging products.

You’ll handle materials, maintain clean work areas, and follow strict safety and PPE standards while contributing to continuous improvement and career growth in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Experience in operating or assisting operating packaging machinery preferred.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Attention to quality and process cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Assist setup, operation, and shutdown of packaging machinery.
• Monitor run conditions to ensure proper performance.
• Perform routine quality checks on containerboard and packaging products.
• Handle materials and maintain a clean work area.
• Adhere to strict safety and PPE standards.

Skills

Setup & operation

Quality checks

Material handling

Safety compliance

Job description

Smurfit WestRock, a global leader in sustainable paper-based packaging, is seeking an Assistant Machine Operator for our manufacturing team. In this role, you’ll support setup, safe operation, and shutdown of packaging machinery, monitor run conditions, and perform routine quality checks on containerboard and packaging products. You’ll handle materials, keep equipment and work areas clean, and follow strict safety and PPE standards. This position offers exposure to continuous improvement, career growth paths in manufacturing, and the opportunity to contribute to sustainable packaging solutions.