What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Worker-Forklift Operator position at Smurfit Westrock?
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.
Primary Duties Include
Safely performing a wide range of tasks supporting the manufacturing of corrugated boxes, conducting quality checks, material set-up, machine set-up and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working safely, a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a strong desire to learn manufacturing processes and operate complex machinery.
1st Shift 5:00 AM-1:30PM
Will move to 2nd shift January 2027 Monday-Friday 1:00 PM-9:30 PM
Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To
High school diploma or equivalent.
Available Shift(s): 2nd Shift (training on day shift until qualified in your role)
Starting Pay: $22.32/hr
Additional Incentives
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.
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.
Primary Duties Include
Safely performing a wide range of tasks supporting the manufacturing of corrugated boxes, conducting quality checks, material set-up, machine set-up and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working safely, a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a strong desire to learn manufacturing processes and operate complex machinery.
1st Shift 5:00 AM-1:30PM
Will move to 2nd shift January 2027 Monday-Friday 1:00 PM-9:30 PM
Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To
- Operating manufacturing equipment/powered equipment safely and follow specific directions
- Maintaining a clean work environment
- Ability to read a tape measure and have basic math and computer skills.
- Ability to work safely and comply with all safety regulations.
- Ability to push, pull, bend, squat, life, reach, kneel, and stand for up to 12 hrs. per day.
- Must be able to push, pull or lift up to 50 lbs. on a frequent basis.
- Required to work daily overtime, weekend work and various shifts depending on workload.
- Must be willing to work any available shift.
- Manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
- Other duties as assigned
High school diploma or equivalent.
Available Shift(s): 2nd Shift (training on day shift until qualified in your role)
Starting Pay: $22.32/hr
Additional Incentives
- Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) available IMMEDIATELY
- Life Insurance and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) with 5% Company Match and Additional Company Contributions
- 11 Paid Holidays and 2 Weeks' Pro-Rated Vacation
- Reimbursements for Boots & RX Safety Glasses
- Employee Referral Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
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.
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