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.

Want to make money?  On average in the Saint Paul Mill, a new production employee makes around $82,000 a year.  

 

Pay:  $26.61 per hour for Extra Helper (Production Worker) in the Mill.  
 
 Individuals must be trained and able to work in 2 positions above this position.   When qualified and working as 5th hand then pay is $28.72 per hour.  When qualified and working as 4th hand then pay is $29.42 per hour.  

 

Shift differential:  Employees who work on the second or third shift will receive $1.00 per hour above the employee's regular rate.

Some Duties/Responsibilities:

General housekeeping and cleanliness. Cut tails and assist with threading boxboard webAssist with the installation of new ropesOperate powered industrial equipment.Maintains safe and clean work area.Maintains equipment in safe working condition.Adhering to all mill health and safety policies and procedures, including but not limited to injury/incident/concern reporting, participating in incident investigations and Learning Events, and following any return-to-work requirements.Attending and completing all required training.Ability to work safely and comply with all Local, State, Federal, and WestRock laws, regulations, and practices.Perform the essential functions of the other positions within the department on a relief and fill-in basis.  Other duties as assigned.  

 

Qualifications: 

Must be at least 18 years of age.Must pass pre-employment background check, physical and drug screen. Must have a high school diploma or GED.Must be able to work in the United States and have acceptable I-9 documentation.Must obtain and maintain forklift certification via internal training.  Must train and qualify to work in other positions in the Department.       Read & interpret documents such as safety rules, operating & maintenance instructions, procedural manuals, tape measures, etc. Must be able to add fractions   Must join/be a member of USW Local 264 and meet/sustain requirements of the current appliable Collective Bargaining Agreement.  Must apply online.   

 

Hours of work:  Must be willing to work varying shifts for weekdays, weekends, and holidays.  Must work overtime as needed.    

 

Benefits:

   401(k)   Dental insurance   Employee assistance program   Fitness center on site – athletic trainer available   Flexible spending account   Health insurance   Health savings account   Hourly Incentive Plan   Life & AD & D insurance   Paid Holidays   Short term disability   Vacation plus Sick and Safe Time   Vision insurance Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.