Production Worker, Entry Level

Smurfit Westrock; Hopewell (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting wage $23.92/hr

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Hopewell, VA is seeking qualified production workers to join a safety-conscious team. This entry-level role offers a strong benefits package after one month and a starting hourly wage with progressive increases.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, a commitment to safety, and a willingness to learn manufacturing processes while operating machinery in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of industrial experience required.
• Overtime and 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays, are required.
• Must withstand demanding physical labor and environmental conditions.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform a wide range of production tasks to support the Hopewell, VA mill operations.
• Assist senior operators with duties including valve operations, unloading rail cars, and material handling.
• Maintain safety and quality standards throughout shifts.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Willing to learn

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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.

The Opportunity

Smurfit Westrock is searching for qualified entry level Production Workers to join our team in Hopewell, VA. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified individuals interested in joining a safety conscious team environment with advancement through ability and seniority. Smurfit Westrock offers an excellent benefits package after one month of employment and competitive starting hourly pay rate with progressive increases.

How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock

• Safely perform a wide range of tasks supporting the Hopewell, VA Paper Mill manufacturing process assisting senior operators with a wide range of duties from opening/closing valves, unloading rail cars, utilizing PIT equipment to general department cleanup.
• 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 machinery.

What You Need To Succeed

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.

2 Years Of Industrial Experience Required

• Strong focus on safety and quality.
• Availability to work overtime and 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to withstand demanding physical labor and tough environmental conditions.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, reach, bend, walk, stand, squat, kneel, and climb stairs throughout a shift.
• The desire for a career with the opportunity for training and advancement.

What We Offer

• Excellent wages starting at $23.92/hr and a strong benefits package.
• Corporate culture based on Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Excellence.
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
• 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.