This position is for IP/Feeder and general labor positions.

The Opportunity

As a General Laborer, you will support multiple production departments throughout the facility by performing a wide variety of tasks based on daily operational needs. This role is fast‑paced and highly physical, requiring frequent movement, lifting, and multitasking. You will also operate PIT equipment (Gas/LP trucks, electric trucks, hand trucks, riders, etc.) with training provided. Your work will contribute to efficient workflow, product quality, and plant productivity.

How You Will Impact Smurfit WestRock

As a General Laborer, your responsibilities will shift depending on department needs. Tasks may include:

Facility‑Wide Responsibilities

• Operate PIT equipment (Gas/LP, electric trucks, hand trucks, riders).
• Enter job information and shipping data using basic computer systems.
• Perform manual tasks including lifting, sorting, moving materials, and repetitive motions such as feeding gluers.
• Maintain efficient workflow across multiple departments in a single shift.

Sheeting Department

• Operate clamp and gas trucks.
• Move and stage rolls and loads for production.
• Assist with machine changeovers (make‑readies).
• Support machine operation (loading rolls, pulling loads, running equipment).
• Identify quality issues such as wrinkled board, rips, or tears.

Press Department

• Stage and pull inks and plates for make‑readies.
• Operate the feed and hand trucks.
• Refill ink cartridges during production.
• Perform quality checks for color, scumming, scratches, register, and blemishes.

Cutting Department

• Operate hand trucks and electric PIT equipment.
• Operate the aerator and assist with machine feeding.
• Support make‑readies and set‑up.
• Perform quality checks (cuts, cracked scores, scratches, register issues).

Finishing Department

• Operate hand trucks, electric reach trucks, and riders.
• Feed gluers and collators.
• Assist or fill in at the Sealer (creating finished goods labels).
• Sort non‑conforming material.
• Perform quality checks including glue issues, false scores, and defects noted from other departments.

What You Need to Succeed

• Basic computer skills.
• Basic reading, writing, and math abilities.
• Ability to learn and operate various types of PIT equipment (training provided).
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Physical ability to lift from floor to waist and waist to shoulder height.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, and perform repetitive motions for long periods.
• Ability to identify quality issues.
• Reliable attendance and willingness to work across multiple departments.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed, including during busy periods.
• Fork truck experience is a plus but not required.
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.