Folder Gluer Apprentice 2nd

WestRock Company; Kentucky; On-site; USD 25,889 - 36,873; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Competitive salary

Global packaging company

Safety and inclusion

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Folder/Gluer Apprentice for the 2nd shift to help set up the feed section and assist the operator. The role includes cross-training across folder/gluer duties and future progression into operator roles within the facility.

The position emphasizes safety and team collaboration, with overtime expected and a starting hourly rate of $22.78, plus benefits and training opportunities. Candidates will be evaluated for fit with our commitment to quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Cross-train in all functions and tasks with running folder/gluer machines.
• Set up the feed section of the machine in a timely manner.
• Ensure sheets are properly placed in the machine.
• Maintain overall quality and cleanliness of the machine.
• Follow safety policies and procedures at all times.

Responsibilities

• Set up the feed section of the machine in a timely manner.
• Ensure sheets placed in the machine are properly aligned.
• Maintain overall quality and cleanliness of the machine.
• Assist the operator during training and run the folder/gluer as needed.
• Fill in during operator absence.

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.

Shift: 2nd

Summary:

The Folder/Gluer Apprentice is responsible for the correct set up of the feed section of the machine along with assisting the machine operator with other duties. This position will cross-train in all functions and tasks with running the folder/gluer machines in our facility. Future folder gluer operators will come from the folder gluer Apprentice pool.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Responsible for setting up the feed section of the machine in a timely manner.
• Ensuring that the sheets placed in the machine are in proper placement.
• Overall quality and cleanliness of the machine.
• Assist the operator on all aspects as required during training.
• Fill in during the absence of the operator.
• Responsible for the overall Safety and cleanliness of equipment and area.
• Work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Overtime is required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

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$22.78per 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, 10 days of paid vacation, and 11 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.

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.