General Labor

Smurfit Westrock; Clinton (IA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training provided

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Clinton, IA is seeking a General Laborer to support multiple production departments, performing a wide range of tasks in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and productivity across shifts.

You will operate PIT equipment with training, assist in the sheet­ing, pressing, cutting and finishing processes, and help maintain efficient workflows.

Qualifications

• Basic reading, writing, and math abilities.
• Ability to learn and operate various PIT equipment with training provided.
• Willingness to work across multiple departments and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate PIT equipment (Gas/LP, electric trucks, hand trucks, riders).
• Enter job information and shipping data using basic computer systems.
• Perform lifting, sorting, and material movement in a fast-paced facility.
• Maintain efficient workflow across multiple departments in a single shift.
• Identify quality issues and support make-readies across departments.

Skills

Physical stamina

Multitasking

Basic computer skills

Reliability

Attendance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PIT equipment operation

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.

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. This position is for IP/Feeder and general labor positions.

The Opportunity

As a General Laborer, you will support multiple production departments throughout the facility by performing a wide variety of tasks based on daily operational needs. This role is fast‑paced and highly physical, requiring frequent movement, lifting, and multitasking. You will also operate PIT equipment (Gas/LP trucks, electric trucks, hand trucks, riders, etc.) with training provided. Your work will contribute to efficient workflow, product quality, and plant productivity.

As a General Laborer, your responsibilities will shift depending on department needs. Tasks may include:

Facility‑Wide Responsibilities

• Operate PIT equipment (Gas/LP, electric trucks, hand trucks, riders).
• Enter job information and shipping data using basic computer systems.
• Perform manual tasks including lifting, sorting, moving materials, and repetitive motions such as feeding gluers.
• Maintain efficient workflow across multiple departments in a single shift.

Sheeting Department

• Operate clamp and gas trucks.
• Move and stage rolls and loads for production.
• Assist with machine changeovers (make‑readies).
• Support machine operation (loading rolls, pulling loads, running equipment).
• Identify quality issues such as wrinkled board, rips, or tears.

Press Department

• Stage and pull inks and plates for make‑readies.
• Operate the feed and hand trucks.
• Refill ink cartridges during production.
• Perform quality checks for color, scumming, scratches, register, and blemishes.

Cutting Department

• Operate hand trucks and electric PIT equipment.
• Operate the aerator and assist with machine feeding.
• Support make‑readies and set‑up.
• Perform quality checks (cuts, cracked scores, scratches, register issues).

Finishing Department

• Operate hand trucks, electric reach trucks, and riders.
• Feed gluers and collators.
• Assist or fill in at the Sealer (creating finished goods labels).
• Sort non‑conforming material.
• Perform quality checks including glue issues, false scores, and defects noted from other departments.

What You Need To Succeed

• Basic computer skills.
• Basic reading, writing, and math abilities.
• Ability to learn and operate various types of PIT equipment (training provided).
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Physical ability to lift from floor to waist and waist to shoulder height.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, and perform repetitive motions for long periods.
• Ability to identify quality issues.
• Reliable attendance and willingness to work across multiple departments.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed, including during busy periods.
• Fork truck experience is a plus but not required.
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

What We Offer

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence
• Comprehensive training with learning and development opportunities
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

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.