Manufacturing Associate

Location
GA Covington
Workplace
On-site
Employment
Full-time

About this role

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.

Manufacturing Associate
 $22.04/hr

2nd shift : M-F 3p-11p overtime and weekends as needed (Will need to train on 1st shift for first 3 weeks)

The Opportunity

The Manufacturing Associate supports packaging production operations through material handling, machine support, quality inspections, setup assistance, and housekeeping activities. This role provides broad exposure to manufacturing processes and serves as a key contributor to plant safety, quality, and operational performance.

How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock

  • Support production equipment and operators in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Perform quality checks to ensure products meet customer specifications.
  • Assist with machine setup, changeovers, material loading, and troubleshooting.
  • Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
  • Contribute to productivity and continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.

What You Need to Succeed

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Previous manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate in basic English.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
  • Demonstrated learning mindset, teamwork, adaptability, and commitment to safety.

What We Offer

  • Benefit eligibility begins Day 1
    • Benefits include:
    • Medical w/ HSA 
    • Dental Vision 
    • Mental Health 
    • 401(k) with 5% company match 
    • Paid vacation time & holidays 
    • Life Insurance & AD&D 
    • Short- & Long-term Disability Insurance 
    • Tuition Reimbursement.
  • 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.
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.

General Information

Job ID
ATR69405
Posting Job Title
Manufacturing Associate
Locations
GA Covington
Employment Type
Full Time
Date Posted
10-Nov-2026
Relocation Support
No

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Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • HSA
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Mental health support
  • 401(k) with 5% company match
  • Paid vacation time
  • Paid holidays
  • Life insurance
  • AD&D insurance
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement