Cutting Specialist - Military Veterans

Description & Requirements

WestRock (NYSE :WRK) 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 more fiber-based packaging forward.

Summary :

Maintain housekeeping and 5S to standards set by management. Follow all WestRock Core Values and Behaviors. Additional job duties as assigned by department manager.

Safety:

Required - PPE must be worn while on your job. At a minimum safety glasses, steel toe shoes and hearing protection. Gloves must be worn on the production floor and warehouses at all times. Please see Appendix A and Appendix B (Conover Specific) attached to the WestRock Glove Policy (CompliantPro). Bump cap per company policy

Required - All safety policies and guidelines must be followed.

Required - Comply with safety participation program

Required - "Let's talk safety" We use this phrase as a safety intervention and our employees want you to look out after your fellow employees so that they do not get hurt on the job.

Required - S.T.E.P. (Stop, Think, Evaluate and Plan)

Required - Safety Absolutes

Training:

Training requirements for this position are maintained in the Training Module of Compliant Pro.

Compliance with all workplace rules, policies and guidelines, i.e. SQF, safety, etc.

Protective Equipment Required: Safety glasses, hair nets, beard nets, composite/steel toe shoes, ear plugs, bump caps and gloves per glove policy.

Essential Skills

• Testing and Measuring Ability (General Math) : Ability to use and read basic measurement devices, (calculator, tape measure, and ruler.) Learn to operate barcode detection scanner. Lift truck certification and pallet jack operation. General mechanical aptitude. Pass Farnsworth Munsel-100 Hue Test.
• Written/Verbal Communications Skills : Must follow detailed instructions for training and quality.
• Computer Skills : Basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of Cartons : Perform quality checks on cartons being processed.

Essential/Marginal Functions and Physical Requirements :

Essential : Feeds printed loads into the cutting press using either a manual or electric pallet jack. Lifts/inserts loads and climb stairs.

Marginal: May occasionally fill in for cutting operator or drive a tow motor (certification required).

Never

Occasionally

Frequently

Constantly

Sitting

X

Standing

X

Walking

X

Driving

X

Climbing

X

Carrying

X

Stooping

X

Kneeling

X

Bending

X

Reaching

X

Lifting (amount in LBS)

75 - 100 lbs

50 - 75 lbs

25-50 lbs

Lifting Overhead

X

Pushing/Pulling

X

Grasping

X

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WESTROCK CONOVER, NC

FOOD & BEVERAGE, AMERICAS

Department: Cutting Job Title: Cutting Specialist

Expectations/Guidelines:

• Assist in general maintenance of the cutting presses.
• Assist in daily operation of the cutting department by staging loads to be cut.
• Assist operators on make-ready, run the aerator to prepare loads to be cut, give breaks, pull up stock, air board.
• Train and develop skills for progression to apprentice level.
• Run machines when needed to fill in for absences and vacations

WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. 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.