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Smurfit Westrock; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Shift Differentials 2nd Shift

Shift Differentials 3rd Shift

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Lunches and Breaks

401(k) with Company Contributions

11 Paid Holidays and Vacation within 1

Boots & RX Safety Glasses Allowance

Employee Referral Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Smurfit WestRock in Liberty, MO is seeking a safety‑minded production worker to join our manufacturing team. Starting pay is $23.00 per hour for a 2nd and 3rd shift, with the ability to work any shift and overtime as needed.

Ideal candidates have a HS diploma or GED, can lift up to 50 lbs, and read a tape measure. Weekly pay plus shift differentials, life and disability insurance, 401(k), holidays, tuition reimbursement, and more are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be safety conscious and follow directions.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience in a manufacturing setting preferred.
• HS diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate various manufacturing equipment and follow directions.
• Work safely, lift up to 50 lbs, and move about the shift.
• Read a tape measure (to 1/16”) and perform basic math.
• Perform inspections and report issues, keep area clean.
• Support quality inspection and product labeling tasks.

Skills

Safety consciousness

Good communication

Fast-paced environment

Industrial manufacturing experience

Self-motivated

Ability to read a tape measure

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Starting Pay: $23.00/hr

Shift(s) Available: 2 nd & 3 rd – must be able to work any shift

Additional Incentives:

• Weekly Pay!
• Shift Differentials (2nd Shift: $0.55/hr & 3rd Shift: $0.50/hr)
• 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 (to 1/16” measurement, do basic math, and some computer skills.
• 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.

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Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.