Production Associate

Smurfit Westrock • Dallas, TX

39d • Onsite

About The Position

As an entry-level manufacturing worker at Smurfit Westrock, the Production Associate oversees the end-of-the-wheel process and supports team members in the safe production of recycled paperboard. The role involves operating overhead cranes, assisting with threading paper machines, and performing duties of other jobs in the paper mill line of progression in accordance with the Labor Agreement. The position requires availability for rotating 12-hour shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays. Candidates must pass a company-required written test covering tape-measure reading, basic math, and mechanical aptitude, and undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional offer but before starting employment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Willingness to work rotating 12-hour shifts: 7 a.m.–7 p.m. or 7 p.m.–7 a.m.
• Ability to perform lifting tasks, including pushing and pulling up to 50 pounds.
• Meticulous attention to detail, thoroughness, and ability to detect errors.
• Strong time-management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities, maintain high performance, and work flexibly.
• Ability to work any shift and overtime as required, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to pass a company-required written test covering tape-measure reading, basic math, and mechanical aptitude.
• Safety mindset.
• Must undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer and before starting employment.

Responsibilities

• Operate overhead cranes.
• Assist in threading paper machines.
• Perform duties of other jobs in the paper mill line of progression in accordance with the Labor Agreement.
• Support team members in the safe production of recycled paperboard.
• Work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
• Attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
• Career opportunities with a global packaging company where sustainability, safety, and inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of daily work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED