Robot Operator

General Information

Job ID
ATR59647

Posting Job Title
Production Associate - 3rd shift

Locations
NC Hendersonville

Employment Type
Full Time

Date Posted
26-Aug-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.


GENERAL PURPOSE: Responsible for the setup and operation of robotic sorting and flatpack. Provides general direction and guidance to any helpers or packers working alongside the Robot Operator.


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Follow all safety procedures necessary for the operation of robotics system.

• Work in partnership with the Quality Assurance team to ensure quality standard is maintained.

• Monitor carton quality, complete necessary reports (forms) or quality checks.

• Responsible for the operation of a robotics system for sorting and packing. This includes the robot and its controls, and any other portion of the machine needed to achieve efficient operation.

• Given safety and quality standards are met, production numbers including speed, productivity, and throughput must meet requirements set by department manager, plant manager, or general manager.

• Create and install correct pallet IDs as required.

• Verify job completion.

• Assist in general maintenance, upkeep, and PMs of machine as needed.

• Notifies supervision of needed repairs or replacement parts.

• Make ready machine, input recipes as needed, add and assign SKUs.

• Resolve alarm errors and warnings presented by the robotics system.

• Maintain housekeeping to standards set by management.

• Complete line clearance.

• Any additional job duties as assigned by department manager.

• Perform and document quality audits.

• Work effectively alongside packers and material handlers.

• Train or receive additional training as needed.

• Maintain a strong attendance record.

• Assist other departments and teammates during slow or downtime periods. We are one team!

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have manufacturing, machining, or robotics experience.

• Must be able to perform job duties with minimal supervision.


• Must have demonstrated ability to communicate in writing.


• Must have mathematical ability to perform calculations required by the job.

• Must be computer literate, including the ability to maintain basic databases, do word processing, create and maintain spreadsheets using Excel.

• Must be well-organized and able to manage time efficiently.

• Must be able to multi-task and pay strong attention to detail.

• Must be able to always maintain a professional demeanor.


• Must be able to relate effectively with others at all levels of the organization.

• Must have a professional appearance.


• Must be able to perform essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Must have good attendance.

• Must be willing to work overtime as needed; significant overtime may be required during busy periods.


• Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

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.