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Smurfit Westrock plc; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Lunches and Breaks

401(k) with Company Contributions

11 Paid Holidays and Vacation within 1

Boots allowance

RX Safety Glasses allowances

Employee Referral Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Smurfit WestRock plc in Knoxville, TN is seeking a reliable, safety-focused team member for 3rd shift (7PM–7AM). You will operate manufacturing equipment, read tape measures, and help maintain quality and efficiency on the line.

The ideal candidate has manufacturing experience, strong communication, and a readiness to advance in a fast-paced environment. A drug screen, physical, and background check are required.

Qualifications

• Hs diploma or GED required.
• Must pass drug screen, physical and background check.
• Must be available for any shift and overtime.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work around moving machinery.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate manufacturing equipment following directions.
• Read a tape measure and document measurements.
• Maintain waste and efficiency standards.
• Inspect equipment and report issues.
• Perform housekeeping and organize work areas.

Skills

Safety minded

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Manufacturing experience

Desire to advance

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

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.

Starting Pay: $20.01 per hour

Shift Available:3 rd - 7PM - 7AM

Additional Incentives:

• Weekly Pay!
• Life Insurance and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Lunches and Breaks
• 401(k) with Company Contributions
• 11 Paid Holidays and Vacation within the first year!
• Allowances for Boots & RX Safety Glasses
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

How you will Impact Smurfit WestRock:

The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working safe, good communication skills, a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, experience in a manufacturing environment, and a strong desire to succeed and advance in the company.

• Ability to safely operate various manufacturing equipment, follow specific directions, and perform duties as assigned.
• Ability to work safely, comply with all safety rules, lift, push or pull >50lbs, navigate stairs, stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout the entire shift.
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• General mechanical aptitude & trouble shooting skills.
• Ability to perform complete make ready and shut down.
• Understanding of Quality Inspection Criteria.
• Product Identification and Labeling.
• Maintain Waste and Efficiency standards.
• Performs inspections on various equipment for proper operation and report questionable conditions.
• Performs various housekeeping, cleaning, and organizing functions with minimal supervision to ensure areas are clean and free from debris.

What you need to succeed:

• Must be self-starting/self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and have a sense of urgency to complete tasks accurately and on time.
• Good communication skills including the ability to interact with other levels of management and staff.
• Industrial manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Must be flexible on shift as overtime is required.
• HS diploma or GED required.

Requirements:

• Successfully pass a Drug Screen, Physical, and background check.
• Provide proof of 18 years of age or older.
• Must be available to work ANY shift and Overtime as needed, up to 12 hours a day, and some Saturdays.
• Ability to perform lifting tasks up to 50# repetitively and demonstrate good body mechanics.
• Be safety conscious, follow directions, and work safely around moving machinery.

What we offer:

Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.

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.

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.