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Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 10, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 5, 2026. Smurfit Westrock scores A on the Alion truth index.

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Smurfit Westrock is a paper-based packaging manufacturer formed in July 2024 by the combination of the Irish company Smurfit Kappa and the American company WestRock. It makes containerboard, corrugated boxes, paperboard and consumer packaging at hundreds of mills and converting plants in Europe and the Americas. The company is domiciled in Dublin, Ireland, has its North American head office in Atlanta, Georgia, and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange. It hires production workers, machine operators, prepress technicians, reliability engineers and HR staff for its plants.

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.

GENERAL PURPOSE: Assist First Press Operator and Second Press Operator by setting up and maintaining feeder for each press run. Provides continuous running speeds in accordance with standards set forth by the company.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

·Sets gauges, wheels, belts and guides for feeder and delivery on each press run.

  • Signs for and checks stock release form prior to each press run assuring caliper, amount, size and color. Completes proper form when stock is returned to warehouse.
  • Loads press with stock.
  • Provides wash-up and clean-up on press and maintains cleanliness and safety in the press area.
  • Loads tags from paper mills segregated for each run.
  • Provides waste sheets for make ready.
  • Alerts First Press Operator or Printing Manager of stock needed for following run.
  • Advises Production Manager of low material or chemistry supply.

·Performs other job duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must have basic math skills to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
  • Must be able to read and comprehend measurements on a ruler.
  • Must be able to read and comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedures, and work instructions.
  • Must be able to meet and/or pass the minimum requirement on a mechanical test or have demonstrated mechanical aptitude through prior work experience.
  • Must be able to maintain good attendance.
  • Must be willing to work overtime as needed.
  • Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Employee is required to: sit, stand, be mobile, talk, see, and hear.

The starting rate is $17.50-$21.00 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. You may apply online at www.westrock.com/company/careers and the application window is expected to close by 2/6/2026.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

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