Job Description

Job Description

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 integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Career Opportunity:
The Smurfit Westrock Missisquoi Mill in Sheldon Springs Vermont, a manufacturer of 100% recycled boxboard, is currently accepting applications for regular full-time entry-level production work. Candidates must be able to work a variety of jobs and rotating shifts. We have a 12-hour shift schedule that allows for more days off and a seven day off stretch built into the four week shift cycle.

Entry-level starting pay is $25.56/hour.

Schedule: 4-week rotation (Hour Shifts 7am-7pm, 7pm-7am)

How you will impact Westrock:

• Be able to work safely at all times.
• Job duties require manual labor activities, frequent bending, lifting, walking, and housekeeping.
• Daily tasks include operation of industrial trucks for roll handling and raw materials.
• Use of manufacturing system and compliance of safety and quality systems throughout the plant is required.
• Know and follow all safety, plant, and quality policies/procedures.
• Operates various computer programs in the production process.
• Follow established housekeeping standards.
• Inspect finished materials and adhere to quality standards.
• Operate multiple types of converting and packaging machinery in a safe and efficient manner.
• Use various hand tools to manipulate materials (sledgehammer, tape measure, knife, wrench, screwdriver, etc.)
• This is an entry level position within a line of progression.

What you need to succeed:

• Possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to work safely.
• Ability to work rotating 12 hours shift work on a southern swing rotation.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Possess a solid history of employment. Two years of manufacturing experience is preferred.

Physical requirements:

• Labor activities
• Frequent bending
• Lifting up to 45-50Ibs.
• Standing on your feet for 8 hours or more a day

New hires will begin training for a variety of entry-level positions with a wide variety of tasks. Upon satisfactory completion of training - typically two to four weeks, the rate of pay for these entry-level positions ranges from $25.77/hour to $29.71/hour.

Smurfit Westrock offers an excellent benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, paid time off, enhanced 401(k) plan with employer match, a wellness program and others. Benefits start on the first day of the month following 30 days of employment.

The starting rate is $25.56 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, vacation program, 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 and the application window is expected to close by 12/31/25.

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

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work, Rotating shift,

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