Folder Gluer Operator Trainee - Military Veterans

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 Our Team as a Folder Gluer Operator Trainee at WestRock!

Location: Greenville, TX

Schedule: 12-hour rotating shifts, with a 7-day paid break every 5 weeks!

We're hiring immediately for Folder Gluer Operator Trainees to join our fast-paced team and start making an impact right away. If you're a hands-on problem solver with a knack for mechanics, this role is for you!

The Opportunity:

As a Folder Gluer Operator Trainee, you'll learn the ins and outs of our folder-gluer line, setting up and assisting in the smooth operation of our equipment. This role offers a perfect chance to work closely with a talented team while developing skills to grow your career in packaging!

What You'll Do:

• Master the Setup: Review job tickets to determine each project's unique setup requirements, and ensure every setup meets schedule demands.
• Keep Quality in Check: Verify that our barcode scanners are working perfectly, performing quality checks throughout your shift by testing and monitoring the scanners.
• Perfect Every Carton: Pull cartons for inspection, checking for fiber tears, alignment, glue sufficiency, and other quality measures.
• Accurate Record-Keeping: Track production counts, prepare labels, and ensure all forms and tags are accurate and up-to-date.
• Stack & Pack: Load corrugated boxes with finished products onto skids, applying labels to each box.
• Clean-Up Crew: Clear out each line after a run, lubricate and clean the gluer, and maintain an organized and tidy work area.
• Train & Lead: Guide gluer assistants assigned to your line, sharing insights to keep the team running efficiently.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: At least 1 year as a machine operator in an industrial setting.
• Dependability: Consistent attendance is key in our busy production environment.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Able to meet minimum requirements on a mechanical test or demonstrate previous hands-on experience.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work overtime during peak times.
• Skills: Basic math and computer skills, plus the ability to read and understand safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.

Why You'll Love Working at WestRock:

• A Culture of Integrity: Join a team that values respect, accountability, and excellence.
• Growth & Development: Get comprehensive training and access to numerous learning opportunities.
• Competitive Pay: Earn an attractive salary that reflects your skills and potential.
• A Sustainable Future: Work with a global leader in packaging, where sustainability, safety, and inclusion are at the core of our business.

If you're ready to jump into a role with a thriving company and make an impact, apply today to join WestRock as a Folder Gluer Operator Trainee!

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

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.