General Labor - 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.
General Purpose:
A General Laborer will be performing a variety of tasks in different departments. General Laborer's duties will change based on department needs, including working in multiple departments throughout the day.
Essential Job Functions:
- Operate hand trucks/electric reach trucks and riders
- Feeding of gluers and collators
- Assist or fill in at the Sealer (making finished goods labels)
- Sorting of non-conforming material
- Quality checks (inside/outside glue, false scores, any of the above quality issues listed in Sheeting, Press and Cutting)
- Operate the aerator
- Operating the feed
- Staging inks and plates for Make Ready's
- Pulling inks and plates
- Operate Clamp and Gas trucks
- Move and maneuver rolls and loads so they are staged and ready
- Assist with Make Ready's (Machine Changeover from one job to the next)
- Assist with machine operation (loading rolls, pulling loads, operating machine)
What You Need to Succeed:
Must be open to multiple shifts.
Applicants must be detailed oriented, have good math, mechanical, reading skills and able to follow all safety rules and regulations.
Must have ability to work independently and have ability to be licensed on material handling equipment.
Manufacturing experience is a plus.
Forklift experience is a plus.
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.
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.
Conway, AR
“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.