Quality Assurance Specialist: Carton Integrity

Smurfit Westrock; Marion (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Marion, NC is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to support the packaging production line. The role includes overseeing multiple auditing steps—Work-in-Process Sorter, Final Auditor, Sample Auditor, and Finished Goods Sorting—as well as safeguarding product quality and compliance with customer specifications.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in manufacturing quality, strong math and measurement skills, the ability to follow written and verbal instructions, and a

Qualifications

• 5+ years of work-related experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent.
• Experience in a quality-related field preferred.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong mathematical ability and measurement understanding.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work without close supervision.
• Pass a color blindness test.

Responsibilities

• Work-in-Process Sorter – identify non-conforming cartons, sort, document per WI.
• Final Auditor – inspect random samples, flag non-conforming cartons, complete paperwork.
• Sample Auditor – perform sampling and complete COC/Analysis as applicable.
• Finished Goods and WIP Sorting – perform line clearance, sort cartons, move to staging area.
• Provide assistance to QA Manager/Lead and promote teamwork.
• Follow SQF requirements and wear PPE; report food safety concerns.

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Following instructions

Color vision

Mathematical ability

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Marion, NC is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to support the packaging production line. The role includes overseeing multiple auditing steps—Work-in-Process Sorter, Final Auditor, Sample Auditor, and Finished Goods Sorting—as well as safeguarding product quality and compliance with customer specifications.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in manufacturing quality, strong math and measurement skills, the ability to follow written and verbal instructions, and a