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Machine Operator 3rd shift

Smurfit Westrock
Minneapolis, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 8/5/2025 CLOSED ON 9/4/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator 3rd shift position at Smurfit Westrock?

General Information

Job ID

ATR53649

Posting Job Title

Machine Operator 3rd shift

Locations

MN Minneapolis Container

Employment Type

Full Time

Date Posted

01-Aug-2025

Relocation Support

No

Description & Requirements

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.

Machine Operator

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Work Location: Minneapolis, MN

Work environment : Manufacturing non-climate controlled

Salary range (annual): Hourly Rate Starting at $23.17 - up to $33.54

Shift: 3rd shift Mon-Fri 11p-7a must be flexible to work 8-12 hr shifts and weekends as needed

Will train for the first 3 weeks on first shift

Area Of Focus

We are currently looking for experienced Machine Operators to join our team who can excel in our fast-paced, high-performing team- oriented environment. No experience? We will train you to succeed and play to win! Attitude is everything and Opportunity is Everywhere! Primary duties include safely performing a wide range of tasks supporting the manufacturing areas, that include handling corrugated product, conducting quality checks, materials set-up, and maintaining a clean and organized work space.

The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working safe, demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, a strong desire to learn manufacturing processes and operating complex machinery, and have a desire to advance within the company.

We are a major, recognized and growing company within the Paper/Packaging/Recycling manufacturing industry.

You will have a direct impact on our ability to safely deliver quality products at a competitive cost.

How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock

  • Follow all safety procedures and promote safety & safety programs throughout the facility.
  • Maintain full compliance of all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
  • Maintain housekeeping excellence.
  • Participate and ensure the department is compliant with SQF audit regulations.
  • Ability to read and understand product specification sheets.
  • Inspect finished product to ensure quality specifications are being adhered to by performing.
  • All departmental quality checks and accurately document same.
  • Accurately identify and prepare completed material for movement to the next operation.
  • Accurately and thoroughly fill out daily production records and enter in the computer system.
  • Participate in product make readies as directed by Operator
  • Demonstrate a progressive learning process of the corrugated and die cutting process with full intent to become an operator.
  • Demonstrate consistent ability to relieve the Operator in a temporary capacity.
  • Participate in daily and weekly preventive maintenance activities, as directed by management.
  • Ability to record safety or mechanical concerns to maintenance through Maintenance.

What You Need To Succeed

  • Heavy industrial manufacturing or prior box plant experience preferred.
  • Intermediate computer skills preferred.
  • Demonstrated mechanical aptitude through prior work experience.
  • Experience with manufacturing equipment and machine maintenance.
  • Ability to work safely and comply with all safety regulations.
  • Ability to operate various manufacturing equipment, follow specific direction, and other
  • duties as assigned.
  • Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance
  • instructions, and procedural manuals.
  • Ability to read a tape measure and have basic math and computer skills.
  • Ability to lift, push and/or pull 50 lbs., stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout the entire
  • shift. Ability to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable
  • accommodation.
  • Flexibility to work longer hours, which include days, nights, and weekends.
  • Ability to work overtime as needed; overtime may be required during busy periods.
  • At least 18 years old and high school diploma or equivalent.

What We Offer

  • Great Starting Pay
  • We focus on career development and internal promotions
  • If you are looking for a career and not just a job you are in the right place.
  • Amazing opportunities for career progression
  • Safety and Quality are the foundation we build on
  • Recognition by celebrating Team accomplishments
  • Extensive OSHA safety training program
  • We invest a phenomenal amount into our employee on the job training program, which is one
  • of the things that makes us so fantastic to work for
  • Very competitive benefit packages which includes vacation time, health insurance, dental, life
  • insurance, tuition reimbursement and 401k plan with company match
  • Corporate culture based on integrity, loyalty, respect, and safety
  • An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential
  • Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
  • A career with a global packaging company where sustainability, safety and inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work

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

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

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