Converting Utility

Smurfit Westrock plc; South Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Competitive salary

Global packaging company

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Dayton, NJ is hiring a Converting Utility for a 3rd shift (10pm–6am). You will safely operate high‑volume manufacturing equipment, perform quality checks and prepare materials, while maintaining a clean, organized workspace.

Ideal candidates have machine operator experience, at least two years in manufacturing, strong attendance, and the ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math.

Qualifications

• Must have Machine Operator experience in a high-volume manufacturing setting.
• 2 years of manufacturing experience in the last 5 years.
• Ability to operate various manufacturing equipment and follow directions.
• Strong computer skills and safety compliance.
• Read a tape measure and perform basic math.
• Ability to navigate stairs, stand, walk, bend and kneel during shift.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform a wide range of tasks supporting manufacturing areas.
• Conduct quality checks and setup materials.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Operate complex machinery and follow directions as assigned.

Skills

Machine operation

Quality checks

Safety awareness

Basic math

Reading tape measure

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.

Converting Utility

Dayton NJ

3rd Shift (10pm-6am)

Overtime: frequent overtime up to 4 hours daily

The opportunity

Primary job duties will include but not limited to safely perform a wide range of tasks supporting the manufacturing areas, production, conducting quality checks, material set-up, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working safe, demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, a strong desire to learn manufacturing processes and operating complex machinery, and have a desire to advance within the company.

Applicants MUST HAVE:

• Ability to work available position on 3rd Shift (10 pm - 6am) with frequent overtime up to 4 hours daily.
• Strong attendance and safety records and be available to work weekends, holidays and overtime as required.

What you need to succeed:

• Must have Machine Operator experience in a high-volume manufacturing setting.
• 2 years of manufacturing experience in the last 5 years
• Ability to operate various manufacturing equipment, follow specific directions and other duties as assigned.
• Must possess strong computer skills and apply use of technology in the workplace
• Comply with all safety regulations. Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Possess excellent work ethic and attention to detail.
• Ability to read a tape measure and effectively basic math
• Ability to navigate stairs, stand, walk, bend and kneel thorough the entire shift.

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.

The starting rate is$23.53 per hour, depending on your role, level, and location. The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 5 days of paid vacation will be granted after 1 year of service, and 12 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your actual pay will be based on your work location and other factors, such as your skills, experience, and education.

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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.