Shipping Technician

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. The Opportunity This role is responsible for transporting raw materials, work-in-process (WIP), and finished goods throughout the warehouse and production areas to support efficient operations and on-time customer deliveries. The Shipping Technician plays a key role in material flow, shipping coordination, inventory staging, and maintaining a safe, organized work environment. Key Responsibilities Transport raw materials, WIP, and finished goods throughout the facility using pallet jacks, hand trucks, and forklifts. Load and unload rolls and materials from incoming and outgoing trucks. Operate a pallet jack or hand truck to move materials between departments. Move and stage finished loads from sheeting and printing departments to designated storage locations. Coordinate with production teams to prepare and stage materials according to production schedules. Process and ship customer orders while coordinating with transportation carriers. Support material handling, recycling, and baling operations as needed. Operate forklifts safely to transport products and materials. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment. Support 5S initiatives and maintain departmental housekeeping standards. Follow all company safety policies, food packaging safety requirements, and operational procedures. Perform additional duties as assigned. What You Need to Succeed High school diploma or GED. Ability to read and understand general information, instructions, labels, and shipping documentation. Ability to complete forms and communicate basic information accurately. Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Ability to follow established processes and complete tasks in the proper sequence. Ability to work independently with occasional direction and supervision. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Forklift experience or ability to obtain certification preferred. Strong attention to safety, quality, and organization. Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. What We Offer A workplace culture built on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence . Comprehensive training with opportunities to develop warehouse, logistics, and equipment operation skills. Competitive compensation based on experience, skills, and performance. A career with a global packaging leader where Safety, Sustainability, and Inclusion are foundational to daily operations. Opportunities for growth and advancement within manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics operations. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Smurfit Westrock Company