Job Details

General Information

Posting Job Title

Production Operator

Locations

IA Sioux City South

Employment Type

Full Time

Date Posted

07-Jan-2026

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.

Join the WestRock team in Sioux City, IA as a Production Worker!

Available Shift(s): 2nd & 3rd

Starting Wage Range: $21.61/hr with increases after 60 days up to $24.86/hr, depending on assignment

Additional Incentives:

• Shift Differentials ($1.05/hr for 2nd & 3rd Shifts)
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) available after 60 days
• Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Lunches and Breaks
• 401(k) with Company Contributions
• Paid Holidays and PTO Within the First Year
• Reimbursements for Boots & RX Safety Glasses
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Primary duties include:

Safely performing a wide range of tasks supporting the manufacturing of corrugated boxes, conducting quality checks, material set-up, machine set-up and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working safely, a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a strong desire to learn manufacturing processes and operate complex machinery. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Operating manufacturing equipment/powered equipment safely and follow specific directions
• Maintaining a clean work environment
• Ability to read a tape measure and have basic math and computer skills.
• Ability to work safely and comply with all safety regulations.
• Ability to push, pull, bend, squat, life, reach, kneel, and stand for up to 12 hrs a day.
• Must be able to push, pull or lift up to 50 lbs on a frequent basis.
• Required to work daily overtime, weekend work and various shifts depending on workload.
• Must be willing to work any available shift.
• Manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
• Other duties as assigned

VISIT OUR WEBSITE: www.westrocksiouxlandjobs.com

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

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.