Manufacturing Associate
Starting Pay: $18.49 (experienced candidates may qualify for higher starting pay)
Shift: 2nd shift : 3p-11p overtime available Mon-Friday every other Saturday
Level: Entry-level; experience preferred but not necessary, no degree requirement
Work Environment: Onsite, non-climate-controlled
The opportunity:
The Manufacturing Associate role is the first step in a stable career in packaging manufacturing. As an entry-level role, our Manufacturing Associates are expected to learn the process of making boxes, including safety procedures, identifying quality issues, manufacturing housekeeping, and how to operate industrial machinery.
How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:
Primary job duties will include but are not limited to:
* Follow all safety rules and procedures and actively participate in the plant’s safety culture
* Learn the manufacturing process from Machine Operators and Technical Trainers
* Assist Machine Operators in production process
* Alert Operator to quality issues
* Maintain housekeeping and organization in the workspace
* Perform various other duties as needed
What you need to succeed:
* A learning mindset
* Ability to read, write, speak, and understand basic English
* Ability to read materials to understand and apply content, such as instruction manuals, procedure manuals or assembly manuals.
* Able to read a tape measure and perform basic math
* Must wear safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection and other safety gear as required (We will provide any necessary PPE.)
* Ability to stand and walk continuously with occasional kneeling, crouching, squatting, bending, climbing, and grasping.
* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
* Ability to work in an uncontrolled temperature environment (hot or cold)
What we offer:
* 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.
* 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