Production Worker - Sioux Falls, SD (P)

Smurfit Westrock plc; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 28,709 - 34,260; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Contributions

Paid Holidays and PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Paid Lunches and Breaks

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock plc is hiring a Production Worker in Sioux Falls, SD. The role requires the ability to work all shifts in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities include operating equipment, conducting quality checks, and maintaining cleanliness. Offers a starting wage of $20.84/hr with shifts and several benefits including life insurance, 401(k), paid lunches, and tuition reimbursement. Candidates must comply with safety regulations and may work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Commitment to working safely and effectively in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to push, pull, bend, squat, and lift up to 50 lbs frequently.

Responsibilities

• Safely performing tasks supporting the manufacturing of corrugated boxes.
• Conducting quality checks and maintaining a clean workspace.
• Operating manufacturing equipment and following directions.

Skills

Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Basic math and computer skills

Ability to follow safety regulations

Experience operating manufacturing equipment

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.

Join the Smurfit WestRock team in Sioux Falls, SD as a Production Worker! Available Shift(s): Must be able to work any shift in a three‑shift operation.

• 1st Shift: 6 AM - 2 PM
• 2nd Shift: 2 PM - 10 PM
• 3rd Shift: 10 PM - 6 AM
• New employees typically train on days for the first three weeks of work, then transfer to an off shift.

Starting Wage Range: $20.84/hr, with increases ranging from $21.17 - $24.87 after 60 days Additional Incentives:

• Shift Differentials ($0.75/hr for 2nd Shift, $1.00/hr for 3rd Shift)
• 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. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Operating manufacturing equipment/powered equipment safely and follow 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, 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

Primary duties include:

• Health Benefits available 1st of month following 30 days of employment
• 401(k) (5% company match)
• 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.