Production Worker

WestRock Company • Woodridge, IL • 12h ago

The Opportunity:

This role supports day-to-day manufacturing operations by working as part of a production team responsible for packaging and assembling finished products. The position contributes directly to meeting customer demand by ensuring products are packaged accurately, efficiently, and safely.

The scope of this role includes operating within assigned production areas, supporting line operations, performing basic quality checks, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. Employees in this role follow established procedures while learning production processes and safety expectations.

A typical day may include loading and unloading materials, packaging finished products, inspecting items for quality, assembling boxes or skids, rotating between tasks as needed, and collaborating with teammates and supervisors to meet production goals.

How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock:

Support daily production operations by packaging and assembling finished products according to established standards

Perform basic quality checks to help ensure products meet customer and company requirements

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area to support overall plant safety and efficiency

Follow safety rules, policies, and procedures to reduce risk and prevent incidents

Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors to meet production schedules

Adapt to changing production needs, including task rotation and overtime when required

What You Need to Succeed:

Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED

Ability to work effectively in a team-based manufacturing environment

Ability to learn and follow safety rules, policies, and operating procedures

Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers

Ability to work overtime as needed during peak production periods

Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

Basic attention to detail for quality inspection and packaging accuracy

Willingness to learn production processes and equipment

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience in manufacturing, production, or warehouse environments

Familiarity with basic quality inspection or packaging processes

Behavioral Competencies:

Dependable and reliable attendance

Willingness to learn and accept coaching

Team-oriented mindset

Safety-focused approach to work

What We Offer:

A corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence

Comprehensive training with learning and development opportunities

Competitive compensation reflecting skills, experience, and potential

A career with a global packaging company where sustainability, safety, and inclusion are core to daily operations

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

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.

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