Production Worker

Smurfit Westrock; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 19,286 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical w/ HSA

Dental Vision

Life Insurance & AD&D

401(k) with 5% company match

Paid vacation time & holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Production Worker in Ohio. Starting rate is $16.75 per hour, with overtime, benefits including medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with company match, and paid vacation/holidays. Responsibilities include operating equipment, assembling material for orders, and maintaining safety and quality.

Shifts are M-F 7a-3:30p with overtime as needed; candidates should have a high school diploma and English fluency. Drug screening and login to systems are part of the process.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year experience as warehouse clerk.
• Fluent in English, verbal and written.
• Basic computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and machinery.
• Perform all jobs within the crew, e.g., operator, feeder, stacker.
• Input data into computer for job cost performance.
• Follow processes and procedures for all machinery.
• Perform weekly preventive maintenance.

Skills

English fluency

Computer literacy

Warehouse experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

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.

The Opportunity

The Production Worker at Smurfit Westrock Packaging Solutions is responsible for all phases of assembling material for customer orders, receiving new and returned product, and maintaining safety and quality.

The starting rate is $16.75 per hour, depending on your role, level, and location. The benefits for this role may include short‑term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 10 days of paid vacation, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your actual pay will be based on your work location and other factors, such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about the specific salary range for your preferred location, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process. The application window is expected to close by 06/01/2026.

Shift

M‑F 7a‑3:30p, overtime and weekends as needed.

How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock Packaging Solutions

• Operate equipment and machinery.
• Perform all jobs within the crew, e.g., operator, feeder, stacker.
• Remove and position printing plates and/or cutting dyes.
• Set up slot heads as well as attachments, e.g., pull bands and dye boards.
• Train crew members as to duties assigned to them.
• Input data into computer for job cost performance.
• Troubleshoot machines; knowledge of how to fix problems.
• Contact maintenance technician when necessary.
• Follow processes and procedures for all machinery.
• Perform weekly preventive maintenance.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Need To Succeed

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One or more‑year(s) experience as warehouse clerk preferred.
• General fluency in English required, verbal and written.
• Basic computer literacy preferred but not required.

Physical Demands

• Perform job duties in severe weather conditions, heat, cold, rain, etc 8‑12 hrs daily.
• Walk for distances of 100 yards repeatedly and without assistance 8‑12 hrs daily.
• Lift 50 pounds without assistance or equipment 8‑12 hrs daily.
• Utilize all material handling equipment without assistance 8‑12 hrs daily.

Work Environment

The work environment is usually moderate to noisy.

What We Offer

• 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.
• 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.

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.