WestRock

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.

Join the Smurfit WestRock team in Blue Springs, MO as a Production Worker!

Smurfit WestRock is a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Starting Pay: $21.03/hr, with increases after 60 days

Additional Benefits:

• Shift Differentials (2nd shift $0.35/hr, 3rd shift $0.39/hr) + Weekly Pay!
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) with Company Match up to 6%
• 11 Paid Holidays and Vacation within the first year!
• Allowances for RX Safety Glasses and Boots
• Life Insurance and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Lunches and Breaks

Primary Duties of the Production Worker position 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. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Safely operating a variety of manufacturing equipment, following specific directions, and performing duties as assigned.
• Performing complete make-ready and shutdown.
• Understanding and verification of Quality Inspection Criteria
• Product Identification and Labeling
• Maintaining Waste and Efficiency standards
• Performing inspections on various equipment for proper operation and reporting questionable conditions.
• Performing various housekeeping, cleaning, and organizing functions with minimal supervision to ensure areas are clean and free from debris.

What you need to succeed:

• General mechanical aptitude & trouble shooting skills.
• Be self-starting/self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and have a sense of urgency to complete tasks accurately and on time.
• Good communication skills including the ability to interact with other levels of management and staff.
• Be safety conscious, follow directions, and work safely around moving machinery.
• Industrial manufacturing experience is preferred.

Requirements:

• Complete a Drug Screen, Physical, and background check.
• Provide proof of 18 years of age or older.
• Must be available to work ANY shift and Overtime as needed, up to 12 hours a day, and some Saturdays.
• Ability to read a tape measure (to 1/16" measurement, do basic math, and some computer skills.
• Ability to work safely, comply with all safety rules, lift, push or pull up to 50lbs, navigate stairs, stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout the entire shift.
• HS diploma or GED required.
• Be safety conscious, follow directions, and work safely around moving machinery.

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