Finishing Operator

Smurfit Westrock; Conover (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in the United States is hiring a Finishing Operator to run folder gluers and window machines, ensuring production quality, machine readiness, and adherence to safety standards. You will support equipment set-ups, audits, troubleshooting, and 5S/housekeeping activities, contributing to continuous improvement and reliable finishing operations.

Ideal candidates follow safety guidelines, demonstrate mechanical aptitude, and can learn production systems such as Shop Floor, Case

Qualifications

• Follow all safety guidelines and PPE requirements.
• Adhere to workplace rules and compliance procedures.
• Follow detailed instructions for training and quality.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to use measurement/testing devices.
• Perform quality checks and monitor product standards.
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn production systems.
• Physical ability to meet job demands, including lifting and equipment operation.
• Preferred: Ability to assist in training new employees.

Responsibilities

• Operate folder gluer and window machines while maintaining production equipment numbers and required quality standards.
• Determine production priorities, prepare materials, and make-ready assignments to keep workflow efficient.
• Perform and document quality audits, approve job start-ups, verify job completion, and generate statistical reports.
• Support equipment readiness through machine set-up, adjustments, and basic maintenance functions.
• Follow all safety requirements, including PPE usage and monthly safety activities.
• Maintain compliance with SQF, safety policies, and 5S/housekeeping standards.
• Collaborate with teammates to troubleshoot issues and support preventative maintenance.
• Utilize production-related systems such as Shop Floor, Case Inkjet, Mix Prevention System, and Robot Cells.

Skills

Safety awareness

Quality checks

Mechanical aptitude

Measurement tools

Basic computer skills

Team collaboration

Training ability

Tools

Shop Floor

Case Inkjet

Mix Prevention System

Robot Cells

Job description

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

As a Finishing Operator, you will play a vital role in operating folder gluers and window machines while ensuring production quality, machine readiness, and adherence to all safety and compliance standards. This role is essential to maintaining efficient production flow, meeting quality specifications, and supporting the Finishing department through equipment set-ups, audits, troubleshooting, and strong operational discipline. Your daily responsibilities will support both immediate production needs and long-term continuous improvement through 5S and safety activities.

How You Will Impact Smurfit WestRock

• Operate folder gluer and window machines while maintaining production equipment numbers and required quality standards.
• Determine production priorities, prepare materials, and make-ready assignments to keep workflow efficient.
• Perform and document quality audits, approve job start-ups, verify job completion, and generate statistical reports.
• Support equipment readiness through machine set-up, adjustments, and basic maintenance functions.
• Follow all safety requirements, including PPE usage and monthly safety activities.
• Maintain compliance with SQF, safety policies, and 5S/housekeeping standards.
• Collaborate with teammates to troubleshoot issues and support preventative maintenance.
• Utilize production-related systems such as Shop Floor, Case Inkjet, Mix Prevention System, and Robot Cells.

What You Need To Succeed

• Ability to follow all safety guidelines and PPE requirements.
• Strong adherence to workplace rules and compliance procedures.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions for training and quality.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to use measurement and testing devices.
• Ability to perform quality checks and monitor product standards.
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn production systems.
• Physical ability to meet job demands, including lifting and equipment operation.
• Preferred: Ability to assist in training new employees.

What We Offer

• A workplace grounded in integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
• Strong safety programs and continuous training.
• Opportunities to build technical skills and grow within the organization.
• The chance to contribute to a high-performance Finishing team within a global leader in sustainable

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.