General Laborer: Multidepartment Production & Training

Smurfit Westrock plc; Clinton (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive training

Global packaging company

Safety & Sustainability focus

Job summary

Smurfit WestRock is seeking a General Laborer to support multiple production departments within the facility. The role is fast-paced, physically demanding, and involves operating PIT equipment with training provided.

You will help ensure workflow efficiency, product quality, and plant productivity across various departments. Responsibilities include moving materials, entering data, performing tasks across the sheet, press, cutting, and finishing areas, and maintaining safe operations.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills.
• Basic reading, writing and math abilities.
• Ability to learn and operate PIT equipment (training provided).
• Reliable attendance and willingness to work across multiple departments.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Basic computer skills

Basic reading and math abilities

Ability to multitask

Reliable attendance

Willingness to work overtime

Fork truck experience (plus)

Job description

Smurfit WestRock is seeking a General Laborer to support multiple production departments within the facility. The role is fast-paced, physically demanding, and involves operating PIT equipment with training provided.

You will help ensure workflow efficiency, product quality, and plant productivity across various departments. Responsibilities include moving materials, entering data, performing tasks across the sheet, press, cutting, and finishing areas, and maintaining safe operations.