Forklift - Machine Operator Assist

Smurfit-Westrock; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Longview, WA is hiring Production Workers experienced with forklift or clamp truck operations. Responsibilities include supporting production, quality checks, and machine upkeep while following strict safety standards.

Requirements include a HS diploma or GED and 3 years of related work or schooling in the last 4 years, plus the ability to work rotating shifts (days, swing, grave) including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED and 3 years of related experience or schooling in the last 4 years.
• Ability to work all 3 rotating shifts (days, swing and grave) including weekends and holidays.
• Must have experience operating a forklift or clamp truck and maintain safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift or clamp truck to move materials through the production process.
• Perform quality assurance checks during production to ensure high-quality output.
• Maintain and service production equipment and machines.
• Adhere to safety policies and procedures and support safe work culture.

Skills

Forklift operation

Clamp truck operation

Safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Numerical aptitude

Verbal aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

3 years of related experience or schooling in last 4 years

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.

Smurfit Westrock 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 more fiber-based packaging forward.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking Production Workers with experience operating a Forklift and/or Clamp Truck at our new Longview, WA Corrugated Plant. You will be responsible for different phases of the production process and for efficiently producing high-quality product. Responsibilities for your role will also include performing quality assurance checks during the production process and managing the upkeep of the of the machines.

Qualities We're Seeking in our Employees:

Must have experience operating a forklift or clamp truck. All Team Members are responsible for safety, this includes personal safety and food safety. Must drive positive safety culture. Someone with a proven record of performance, attendance and attention to detail; has demonstrated the drive to achieve and move up in previous jobs; initiates his/her own learning; gets along well with others; is helpful; can handle the physical requirements (heat, noise, shift work 8's and 12's, can work inside, outside, etc.) and has the mechanical, numerical, and verbal aptitude to learn our jobs quickly. All Team Members are required to follow safety policies and procedures.

We offer our Employees Excellent Benefits:

Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, vision, retirement, an employee assistance program, paid holidays, and vacation.

What you need to succeed:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• A minimum of 3 years of full-time or part-time employment or schooling (or combination) within the last 4 years
• Availability to work all 3 rotating shifts (days, swing and grave) including weekends and holidays.

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. 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.

The salary range for this position is $23.42/hr, 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. To learn more about the specific salary range for your preferred location, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process.

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.