Folder Gluer Operator Trainee

Smurfit Westrock; Marion (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

401K with company match

80 hours Paid Time Off

Annual Reimbursement for Safety Shoes

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Marion, NC, is hiring a Gluer Operator Trainee to assist glue operators and learn to maintain and operate gluing machines. The role includes training to perform mechanical adjustments, monitor production schedules, and ensure quality standards.

We offer comprehensive training, medical benefits, and 401K with company match. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to work during busy periods.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and procedural manuals.
• Willingness to work overtime and maintain attendance.
• Must pass mechanical aptitude test.

Responsibilities

• Train to become a proficient Gluer Operator.
• Learn to make mechanical adjustments and maintain gluing machines.
• Complete production reports and verify case counts.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic arithmetic

Good attendance

Basic personal computer skills

Job description

About Smurfit Westrock

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.

Position Details

Gluer Operator Trainee - Marion, NC
Shift: 3rd Shift (Dayshift Training)
Employment Type: Full Time.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits available immediately
• 401K with company match
• 80 hours of Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Holidays
• Other benefits such as company paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability, Tuition Assistance and more
• Annual Reimbursement for Safety Shoes
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

The Opportunity

• Train to become a proficient, competent Gluer Operator by working with and assisting the Glue Operators.
• Learn to competently make mechanical adjustments and set up equipment according to the job ticket specifications.
• Learn to maintain and operate gluing machine(s) at the required production speeds while controlling quality, waste, safety, and housekeeping standards.
• Learn to set up jobs according to job ticket instruction and approved structure.
• Learn to review job tickets for specifications, set‑up time, run speed, labels, folding orientation, skid size, skid height, quantity, ship date and any special instructions.
• Learn to run equipment at the required speeds while maintaining quality, waste and safety standards.
• Follow all standard operating procedures relevant to job, position and department.
• Learn to monitor production schedules checking for current job and next scheduled job.
• Verify Feeder Packers have the proper materials.
• Learn to complete all production reports and/or logbooks.
• Verify the cases counts and reports match the machine counts and reports. Make amendments to cases as needed for accuracy.
• Learn to prepare for future runs to enable quick and efficient set‑ups.
• Aid other Operators and assist Feeders and Packers as needed.
• Learn to perform routine and preventive maintenance including lubrication and repairs to equipment except for electrical problem.
• Maintain records as required on a daily basis.
• Keep work area neat and clean.
• Work with and assist gluer operator with operation of folder/gluer in accordance with customer specifications and current Standard Operating Procedures with the goal of learning to perform work independently.
• Work with and assist gluer operator with make‑ready, feeder, pre‑fold, final fold and delivery with the goal of learning to perform work independently.
• Assist with set up of glue system, bar code scanners and pack station with goal of learning to do work independently.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

What You Need To Succeed

• The ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.
• Must have the ability to meet and/or pass the minimum requirement on a mechanical test or have demonstrated mechanical aptitude through prior work experience.
• Ability to maintain good attendance.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed; significant overtime may be required during busy periods.
• Basic personal computer skills.
• The ability to perform basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Must meet required criteria every six months as outlined in the training matrix.
• Must pass timed skills testing during and upon completion of training.
• Ability to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

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.