Production Associate/Finishing Helper

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Production Associate/Finishing Helper Job detail

General Information

Posting Job Title

Production Associate/Finishing Helper

Locations

MN St Cloud

Employment Type

Full Time

Date Posted

23-Jul-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.

Production Associate Work Location: Minneapolis, MN Work environment: Manufacturing non-climate controlled Pay Rate: $23.44 with a shift differential of $0.55 Shift: Rotate 1 st & 2 nd Shift, every other week. Ability to flex to 3 rd Shift. Will train for the first 3 weeks on first shift Area of Focus: We are currently looking for experienced Production Associates to join our team who can excel in our fast-paced, high-performing team- oriented environment. No experience? We will train you to succeed and play to win! Attitude is everything and Opportunity is Everywhere! Primary duties include safely performing a wide range of tasks supporting the manufacturing areas, that include handling corrugated products, conducting quality checks, materials set-up, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working safely, 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. We are a major, recognized, and growing company within the Paper/Packaging/Recycling manufacturing industry. You will have a direct impact on our ability to safely deliver quality products at a competitive cost. How you will impact Smurfit Westrock: Follow all safety procedures and promote safety & safety programs throughout the facility. Maintain full compliance with all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). Maintain housekeeping excellence. Participate and ensure the department is compliant with SQF audit regulations. Ability to read and understand product specification sheets. Inspect finished product to ensure quality specifications are being adhered to by performing. All departmental quality checks and accurately document same. Accurately identify and prepare completed material for movement to the next operation. Accurately and thoroughly fill out daily production records and enter in the computer system. Participating in product make readies as directed by Operator Demonstrate a progressive learning process of the corrugated and die cutting process with full intent to become an operator. Demonstrate consistent ability to relieve the Operator in a temporary capacity. Participate in daily and weekly preventive maintenance activities, as directed by management. Ability to record safety or mechanical concerns to maintenance through Maintenance. What you need to succeed: Heavy industrial manufacturing or prior box plant experience preferred. Intermediate computer skills preferred. Demonstrated mechanical aptitude through prior work experience. Experience with manufacturing equipment and machine maintenance. Ability to work safely and comply with all safety regulations. Ability to operate various manufacturing equipment, follow specific direction, and other duties as assigned. Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals. Ability to read a tape measure and have basic math and computer skills. Ability to lift, push and/or pull 50 lbs., stand, walk, bend,