Utility II

Smurfit Westrock plc; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training opportunities

Attractive salary reflecting skills and competencies

Corporate culture based on integrity and accountability

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock plc is hiring a Utility Operator for their Dallas Mill, responsible for supporting the production of recycled paperboard. Applicants must be open to working rotating shifts, with duties including operating overhead cranes and assisting in machine threading.

This role requires a high school diploma or G.E.D and the ability to handle physical tasks. Join a global leader in sustainable packaging and enjoy a career rooted in integrity and opportunity.

Qualifications

• Must be open to working rotating shifts.
• Ability to pass company required tests in reading, math, and mechanical skills.
• Ability to lift and push up to 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operating Overhead Cranes.
• Assisting in threading paper machines.
• Performing various roles in the paper mill as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Adaptability

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D

Job description

Utility Operator - Manufacturing - Dallas Mill

Locations

Employment Type

Full Time

Date Posted

24-Jun-2026

Relocation Support

No

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.

MUST BE OPEN TO WORKING ROTATING SHIFTS.

Opportunity Summary: As an entry level Manufacturing Worker, you will be responsible for overseeing the “end of the wheel” process providing support to team members in the safe production of recycled paperboard.

How you will impact WestRock:

• Operating Overhead Cranes
• Assist in threading paper machines
• Responsible to perform duties of other jobs in the paper mill line of progression in accordance with Labor Agreement

What you need to succeed:

• High School diploma or G.E.D
• Willing to work rotating 12-hour shifts (7am-7pm shift; 7pm – 7am shift)
• Ability to perform various lifting tasks to include pushing and pulling up to 50lbs
• Meticulous attention to details, extremely thorough and adept at detecting errors
• Highly efficient in time management to effectively manage multiple priorities
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities and maintain high performance; flexible
• Ability to work any shift and overtime as required including weekend and holiday work
• Ability to pass company required written test that includes reading tape measure, basic math, and mechanical aptitude
• Safety mindset

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

About WestRock (NYSE: WRK) partners with our customers to provide differentiated paper and packaging solutions that help them win in the marketplace. WestRock’s 50,000 team members support customers around the world from more than 320 operating and business locations spanning North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Learn more at www.westrock.com. WestRock is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.

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.