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Gluer Operator Trainee - Military Veterans

at Smurfit 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.

WestRock is a global leader in packaging and packaging solutions. Our fresh insights, innovative products, global manufacturing, and unparalleled service make us the partner of choice for many of the world's most admired brands in the healthcare, beauty and personal care, food, beverage, home and garden, and tobacco industries. Our end-market expertise is also the foundation for success in our other businesses - Consumer & Office Products , and the Community Development and Land Management Group . We touch people's lives every day, everywhere. We help people keep track of their medications ( Dosepak® , and Shellpak® packaging) and their busy schedules ( AT-A-GLANCE® and Day Runner® ). We develop products and solutions that not only grow our customers' brands, but also improve our - and their - customers' quality of life. No matter where we're doing business, we do things the right way - with a focus on integrity, sustainability, and positively contributing to the communities in which our employees live and work.


  • Review and understand job ticket with operator and determine necessary inputs for production.

  • Operate an aerator machine and deliver aerated loads to the cutting machines.

  • Remove loads from the cutter to the staging area that have been cut.

  • Use a banding machine to prepare pallets of material for shipment or storage.

  • Adjust the machine feeding mechanism to maximize production.

  • Mount stripping tools, blanking tools, swords and other task alone or with assistance.

  • Understand the controls of the feeder console and auxiliary controls for the operating systems.

  • Perform basic maintenance of the equipment by following a written task list.

  • Perform quality inspection of material to ensure product quality to the next process and customer.

  • Complete necessary documentation and reports.

  • Willing to help other team members by helping lift larger or bulky items when needed.

  • Preform other duties as assigned by manager, supervisor, lead person, press operator.


  • Ability to lift 25 lbs. regularly, 50 lbs. intermittently and 75 lbs. rarely.

  • Stand up to 12 hours per day.

  • Bend, twist, climb, squat, and kneel occasionally throughout the shift.

  • Use hands for simple and power grasping as well as push, pull and fine manipulation.

    • Use a hand operated pallet jack to transport pallets of material.

    • See fine detail in printed product along with checking for cutting issues.

    • Communicate effectively using written as well as verbal communication.

    • Work in a high performing team environment and communicate frequently and effectively with peers, supervisors and managers.




Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

Hendersonville, NC

Smurfit Westrock

“The people of WestRock are what differentiate us in the marketplace and will help us become the premier provider of packaging around the world.” —Steve Voorhees, CEO This is an exciting time at WestRock, a leading provider of differentiated paper and packaging solutions. We believe that Packaging Matters™ in building trust, influencing purchasing, and educating consumers, and we apply that belief to every project. Our strong foundation of talented, motivated experts provide customers with sustainable paper and packaging solutions around the world. Working together, we have a tremendous opportunity to define our company culture, grow our business and provide long-term solutions for our employees. With such an expansive operation, we can offer you a challenging and rewarding career opportunity.

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