Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Smurfit Westrock - Ajax packaging facility, where these positions are based, is one of the largest employers in Ajax and Durham Region. We provide innovative packaging solutions to the beverage market and serve name brand customers such as Coca Cola, Pepsi, Labatt and Molson to name a few. 
 
The Job Opportunity:
The Ajax facility is recruiting Summer Students to work in our Finishing & Print Cut departments to stack finished cartons onto skids, perform quality checks, assist operators and printers with machine set up and housekeeping duties, communicate as a team to produce quality cartons. This is an opportunity to develop new skills and progress to your full potential with a good wage. 
 
What you need to succeed:

Students are required to provide vacation relief from May 2025 to September 2025 Must be able to do manual labour repetitive tasks and lift up to 40lbs Must be 18 years of ageMust be enrolled in a post-secondary education in September 2025Ability to work 12 hour rotating shifts, including days, nights and weekends

Why work for WestRock?
 

Hourly rate of $21.00Paid WeeklyAn employer dedicated to Health and SafetyA summer job with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational element of the daily workA management team committed to WestRock’s values of Respect, Accountability, Integrity and Excellence 
 

Shift Schedule:

Must be able to work 12 hour rotating shifts including days, nights and weekendsDays: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PMNights: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM 

As part of our commitment to accessibility for all persons with disabilities, Smurfit Westrock will, upon request from the applicant, provide accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact Smurfit Westrock, Human Resources at 905-767-1698 about your needs and we will consult with you to ensure suitable accommodation is provided.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.