Feeder Packer

Smurfit Westrock plc; Nicholasville (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Feeder Packer, where you'll play a crucial role in the packaging process. This entry-level position offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment, ensuring the quality and efficiency of production. You'll be responsible for removing packed cases, applying labels, and maintaining safety standards. With a strong emphasis on integrity and accountability, this global leader in sustainable packaging solutions provides comprehensive training and development opportunities. If you're looking to start your career in a supportive and inclusive workplace, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Career development opportunities

Attractive salary reflecting skills

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required for this entry-level position.
• Ability to read and understand instruction manuals is essential.

Responsibilities

• Remove packed cases from conveyor and place them on pallets.
• Accurately input production data into the system.
• Participate in the preventative maintenance program.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Safety Awareness

Basic Reading Comprehension

Education

GED/High School Diploma

Job description

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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 Information

• Job ID: ATR48554
• Posting Job Title: Feeder Packer
• Location: KY Nicholasville
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Date Posted: 13-Mar-2025
• Relocation Support: No

Essential Job Functions

• Remove packed cases from conveyor and place them on pallets
• Apply labels to pallets
• Alert operator to carton defects when found
• Follow all safety rules and procedures and actively participate in the plant safety process
• Meet the highest level of equipment production uptime
• Accurately input production data into the system
• Actively participate in the preventative maintenance program
• Work with and/or cross train as a Feeder Inspector Packer in Finishing
• Maintain housekeeping and organization at the Stackoff area

What You Need To Succeed

• GED/High School diploma required
• Ability to read materials to understand and apply content, such as instruction manuals, procedure manuals or assembly manuals

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.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Packaging and Containers Manufacturing