General Helper

Smurfit Westrock; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is hiring a General Helper to support our flexographic printing operations. You will assist press operators, perform equipment setup, conduct quality checks, and help maintain production flow.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced manufacturing role essential to delivering high-quality printed products. This position emphasizes safety, reliability, and the ability to work overtime during peak periods.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of related experience in manufacturing, printing, or similar mechanical environments.
• Ability to read, write, and follow simple instructions.
• Ability to interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to perform basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Proficient with basic hand tools.
• Strong attendance and reliability.
• Willingness to work overtime, including during peak periods.
• Ability to perform all essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, maintain, and operate flexographic press equipment.
• Conduct make-read y activities including installing anilox rollers, plates, inks, and dies, ensuring optimal print quality.
• Clean, lubricate, and perform minor adjustments on equipment to maintain production standards.
• Notify supervisors when repairs or replacement parts are needed.
• Deliver finished materials to designated production areas.
• Perform routine quality checks in line with print specifications.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and operating guidelines.
• Understand and comply with documentation associated with the printing process.
• Assist in training other team members as assigned.
• Support other printing processes as needed.
• Work with cross-functional departments, including maintenance, on various projects.
• Contribute to LEAN initiatives focused on safety, waste reduction, quality, and cycle-time improvement.

Skills

Attendance

Basic math

Reading/Writing

Flexo/printing basics

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

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.

General Helper

$22.13/hr

We are looking for a safety‑focused and detail‑oriented Flexo Helper to support our flexographic printing operations. In this role, you will assist press operators, perform equipment setup, conduct quality checks, and help maintain efficient production flow. This is a hands‑on, fast‑paced manufacturing role that is essential to delivering high‑quality printed products to our customers.

What You’ll Do

Press & Production Support

• Set up, adjust, maintain, and operate flexographic press equipment.
• Conduct make‑ready activities including installing anilox rollers, plates, inks, and dies, ensuring optimal print quality.
• Clean, lubricate, and perform minor adjustments on equipment to maintain production standards.
• Notify supervisors when repairs or replacement parts are needed.
• Deliver finished materials to designated production areas.

Quality & Safety

• Perform routine quality checks in line with print specifications.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and operating guidelines.
• Understand and comply with documentation associated with the printing process.
• Assist in training other team members as assigned.
• Support other printing processes as needed.
• Work with cross‑functional departments, including maintenance, on various projects.
• Contribute to LEAN initiatives focused on safety, waste reduction, quality, and cycle-time improvement.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of related experience in manufacturing, printing, or similar mechanical environments.
• Ability to read, write, and follow simple instructions.
• Ability to interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to perform basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Proficient with basic hand tools.
• Strong attendance and reliability.
• Willingness to work overtime, including during peak periods.
• Ability to perform all essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Physical Requirements

• Stand up to 8 hours per shift and walk between work areas.
• Frequent bending, twisting, crouching, and kneeling.
• Ability to grasp and handle materials with hands and fingers.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Navigate stairs and move throughout the facility for the duration of the shift.

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.