Bander Operator

Smurfit Westrock Company; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

OT pay

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Wisconsin is seeking a production worker to operate banding equipment, inspect bundles, and help keep production moving efficiently.

You will perform routine equipment checks, document production records, and maintain clean, safe work areas while upholding our safety, quality and continuous improvement values. Availability on 2nd and 3rd shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs and stand for long periods.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate banding machines to strap and secure corrugated or paperboard products.
• Inspect bundles for proper alignment, band tension, and labeling.
• Perform routine equipment checks and minor maintenance.
• Maintain accurate production records.
• Commitment to good housekeeping in the department.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, quality, and company standards.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Lifting up to 50lbs

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Schedule flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Banding equipment

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 Opportunity

When you join Smurfit Westrock, you will be joining a team that creates sustainable paper and packaging solutions that help move the world forward. In this role, you will play a key role in securing finished products for shipment. You’ll operate banding equipment, ensure quality standards, and help keep production moving efficiently. You will work closely with multiple departments and play an important role in meeting production goals and customer needs.

Starting Pay: $27.67-$29.01 per hour + Full Benefits + OT Pay!

Availability only on 2nd and 3rd shifts.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Operate banding machines to strap and secure corrugated or paperboard products.
• Inspect bundles for proper alignment, band tension, and labeling.
• Perform routine equipment checks and minor maintenance.
• Maintain accurate production records.
• Commitment to good housekeeping in the department.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, quality, and company standards
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Alignment with Smurfit Westrock's values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect

What You Need to Succeed

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs and stand for long periods.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to meet work schedule, travel, or location requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Manufacturing or packaging experience preferred.
• Experience with relevant systems, tools, equipment, or methodologies

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.