General Helper - 1st shift

General Information

Job ID
ATR63126

Posting Job Title
General Helper

Locations
NY Deer Park

Employment Type
Full Time

Date Posted
05-Jun-2026

Relocation Support
No

Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.


Shift: 1st Shift and 2nd Shift and 3rd Shift Available

Pay: $21.71/hr,

Overtime: frequent overtime up to 4 hours daily

Must be available to work weekends, holidays and overtime as required.

Primary job duties will include but not limited to safely perform a wide range of tasks supporting the manufacturing areas, production, conducting quality checks, material set-up, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. 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.

• Support the operation of a fast-paced packaging manufacturing facility
• Focusing on our customers' success will allow you opportunities to develop and grow your career in manufacturing
• The Production Worker is normally the third team member assigned to a machine in the Production Department
• Being able to support operators on different machinery while assisting different areas as needed
• Some of the duties of this position include, but are not limited to: ensuring that all tooling for the machine is on hand, assisting the machine operator and assistant operator with setups and jam-ups, ensuring that the area surrounding the machine is kept clean of debris and spills

What you need to succeed:

• High School diploma or GED required
• Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• A strong desire to advance within the industry
• Corrugated box manufacturing a plus; familiarity with Flexo, Gluers, Rotaries, Clamp Trucks and Forklifts are a plus
• Flexibility to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shifts; available to work overtime, including weekends as needed
• Math skills will be assessed
• This position requires standing, walking, lifting, bending, and crouching

What we offer:

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence.
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential.
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Hiring Immediately!

If you have one or more of the above skills, we encourage you to apply!

The starting range is $21.71/hr, 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, 5 days of paid vacation will be granted after 1 year of service, 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 [1] and the application window is expected to close by 7/5/26

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.