Press Take Off - Production Associate

Smurfit-Westrock; Ajax; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Benefits

Pension Plan

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock Ajax facility in Ontario is seeking a Press Take Off to join the Print Cut department. You will stack finished cartons, perform quality checks, and help operators with machine setup while maintaining housekeeping standards. This role offers a good wage, benefits, and a path for advancement.

Candidates should be able to read safety instructions and operate in a team. The position requires standing on concrete, lifting up to 40 pounds, and flexibility to work 12‑hour rotating

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions and procedure manuals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Stack finished cartons onto skids and perform quality checks.
• Assist operators and printers with machine setup and housekeeping.
• Communicate with team to ensure production of quality cartons.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety rules reading

Communication skills

Job description

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

The Ajax packaging facility, where these positions are based, is one of the largest employers in Ajax and Durham Region. We provide innovative packaging solutions to the beverage market and serve name brand customers such as Coca Cola, Pepsi, Labatt and Molson to name a few.

The Job Opportunity:

The Smurfit Westrock Ajax facility is looking for aPress Take Offto work in our Print Cut department. This position is responsible for stacking finished cartons onto skids, perform quality checks, assist operators and printers with machine set up and housekeeping duties, communicate as a team to produce quality cartons. This is an opportunity to develop new skills and progress to your full potential with a good wage, health & dental benefits and pension plan.

What you need to succeed:

• Previous experience working in a manufacturing or printing environment considered an asset.
• Can do attitude and willingness to learn and grow with the Company
• Ability to adapt to changes in priorities, work independently and with a team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to stand and walk 100% of shift on a concrete floor and ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to maintain good attendance.

Shift Schedule:

Must be able to work all 12 hour rotating shifts:

• Days: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• Nights: 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
• Shifts rotate every two weeks and include weekends
• Shifts include continental pay premiums

Why work for Smurfit Westrock?

• Health & Dental Benefits and Pension with Employee and Employer contribution from first day of hire
• Team environment with opportunities to participate in safety, Continuous Improvement and Performance Excellent Teams
• Career Opportunities and advancement to skilled positions at higher pay levels.

This posting is for a new job vacancy. The hourly rate for this position is $22.88.

As part of our commitment to accessibility for all persons with disabilities, Smurfit Westrock will, upon the request of the applicant, provide accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact Smurfit Westrock, Human Resources about your needs, and we will consult with you to ensure suitable accommodation is provided. For all feedback on equity and accommodation needs, please contact Human Resources.

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

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.