Production Team Member - 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.
Career Opportunity:
• Production positions open which will require operating, assisting or driving fork truck to safely produce a quality product and meet customer needs and expectations
• Positions could be for 1 st or 2 nd shift. Pay starts at $17.44 - $20.71 / hour.
• These positions support production at the Lexington, KY facility by performing tasks that include setting up machines, feeding machines, performing quality checks, and stacking product to be shipped.
What you need to succeed:
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout the entire shift.
• Ability to read, write and understand written and verbal instructions
• Ability to read tape measure and perform basic math calculations
• Forklift experience a plus
• Experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment
• Must be willing to work overtime and weekends
How you will impact WestRock:
• Approach all aspect of work with safety as the highest priority
• Have a strong commitment to learning manufacturing processes and operating machinery while possessing a desire to advance with the company
• Commitment to maintaining a clean and organized workspace and providing suggestions for operation improvement
What we offer:
• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence
• Starting wage rate of Job rate of $17.44 - $20.71 / hour
• Competitive benefits package
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work
Hiring Immediately!
If you have one or more of the above skills, we encourage you to apply!
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.
Lexington, KY
“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.