Production Operator

Smurfit Westrock plc; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 29,769 - 34,247; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability

Paid Lunches and Breaks

401(k) with Company Contributions

Paid Holidays and PTO Within the First Year

Reimbursements for Boots & RX Safety Glasses

Employee Referral Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A corrugated packaging company in Sioux City, IA is seeking a Production Worker. Responsibilities include operating manufacturing equipment, ensuring a clean workspace, and performing quality checks. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to safety and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The position offers a starting wage of $21.61/hr with potential increases and various shift options. Benefits include 401(k) contributions and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to working safely.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Desire to learn manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate manufacturing/powered equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Perform quality checks and material set-up.

Skills

Ability to operate manufacturing equipment

Ability to read a tape measure

Basic math skills

Basic computer skills

Job description

Join the WestRock team in Sioux City, IA as a Production Worker!

Available Shift(s): 2nd & 3rd

Starting Wage Range: $21.61/hr with increases after 60 days up to $24.86/hr, depending on assignment

Additional Incentives:

• Shift Differentials ($1.05/hr for 2nd & 3rd Shifts)
• Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Lunches and Breaks
• 401(k) with Company Contributions
• Paid Holidays and PTO Within the First Year
• Reimbursements for Boots & RX Safety Glasses
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Primary duties include:

Safely performing a wide range of tasks supporting the manufacturing of corrugated boxes, conducting quality checks, material set‑up, machine set‑up and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working safely, a demonstrated ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, and a strong desire to learn manufacturing processes and operate complex machinery.

• Operating manufacturing equipment/powered equipment safely and following specific directions
• Maintaining a clean work environment
• Ability to read a tape measure and have basic math and computer skills.
• Ability to work safely and comply with all safety regulations.
• Ability to push, pull, bend, squat, lift, reach, kneel, and stand for up to 12 hrs a day.
• Must be able to push, pull or lift up to 50 lbs on a frequent basis.
• Required to work daily overtime, weekend work and various shifts depending on workload.
• Must be willing to work any available shift.
• Manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.