Machine Operator Assistant Stacker

Smurfit-Westrock; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical w/ HSA

Dental Vision

Mental Health

401(k) with 5% company match

Paid vacation time & holidays

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Covington, GA is hiring a Stacker Operator for 2nd shift (Mon-Fri, 3pm-11pm) with overtime and weekends as needed. You will support corrugator and converting operations, operate stacker equipment, and help ensure product quality and safe, efficient production in a fast-paced facility.

The ideal candidate is safety-focused, mechanically inclined, and reliable, with a readiness to grow within the organization.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret basic instructions, safety procedures, and machine manuals.
• Proficiency in basic math and ability to read a tape measure.
• Mechanical aptitude with attention to detail.
• Understanding of safe work practices in manufacturing.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and Saturdays as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate stacker equipment and assist across multiple machines as needed.
• Follow safety procedures (Lockout/Tagout, PPE) and maintain guarding systems.
• Assist with equipment setup and changeovers; adjust pressures, feeding, and registers.
• Perform quality checks: first-piece, in-process, ink color/viscosity, and packaging verification.
• Take corrective action or escalate issues to meet customer quality requirements.

Skills

Read and interpret instructions

Basic math

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Overtime readiness

Stamina for physical tasks

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.

Stacker Operator

2nd shift M-F 3p-11p overtime and weekends as needed

$22.04/hr

The Opportunity:

The Stacker Operator plays a critical role in supporting corrugator and converting operations by safely operating and assisting with stacker and related equipment. This position ensures product quality, workplace safety, and production efficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, mechanically inclined, quality-driven, and eager to grow within the organization.

How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock:

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all required safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout, PPE usage (safety shoes and hearing protection), and safe material handling practices.
• Maintain constant awareness of moving machinery, nip points, conveyors, stop buttons, and guarding systems.
• Correctly use and maintain guards, gates, chains, and safety devices always.
• Immediately shut down equipment and notify supervision if unsafe conditions, malfunctions, or major issues occur.

Operational Support & Equipment Setup

• Operate and assist with stacker equipment and support operators across multiple machines as needed.
• Assist with equipment setup and changeovers, including:
  • Installing dies, attachments, and printing plates (as applicable)
  • Setting pull rolls, collars, straps, scores, heads, and blade combinations
  • Setting and adjusting Prefeeder and Lead Edge Feeder
  • Adjusting pressures and registering
  • Operating and monitoring glue and ink systems
  • Setting folding rails, squaring sections, and ejectors
• Accurately follow Factory Orders and production specifications.
• Perform required quality checks, including:
• First-piece dimensional and print inspections
• In-process quality inspections
• Ink color and viscosity checks
• Verification of proper box folding and completion
• Take corrective action or elevate issues to ensure customer quality requirements are met.

What You Need to Succeed:

Required Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret basic instructions, safety procedures, Factory Orders, and machine manuals.
• Proficiency in basic math and the ability to accurately read a tape measure.
• Mechanical aptitude with strong attention to detail.
• Understanding safe work practices in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume production setting
• Willingness to perform preventive maintenance (PMs) as assigned.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and Saturdays as required.
  Must be open to overtime.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift materials, and perform repetitive physical tasks safely.

What we offer

• Benefit eligibility begins Day 1
  • Benefits include:
  • Medical w/ HSA
  • Dental Vision
  • Mental Health
  • 401(k) with 5% company match
  • Paid vacation time & holidays
  • Life Insurance & AD&D
  • Short- & Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement.
• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence
• Comprehensive training with numerous 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.