Machine Assistant

WestRock Company; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical w/ HSA

Dental Vision

Mental Health

401(k) with 5% company match

Paid vacation time & holidays

Life Insurance & AD&D

Short- & Long-term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Norcross, GA is seeking a Machine Assistant - Stacker to safely support our fast-paced packaging facility. You will assist the machine operator, conduct quality checks and help with setup and housekeeping.

This onsite role requires a learning mindset, ability to read English, basic math, and the physical ability to stand, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in hot or cold environments. Starting pay is $18.50/hr with potential to $19.80/hr+.

Qualifications

• A learning mindset.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand basic English.
• Ability to read materials to understand and apply content, such as instruction manuals, procedure manuals or assembly manuals.
• Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math.
• Must wear safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection and other safety gear as required (PPE provided).
• Ability to stand and walk continuously with occasional kneeling, crouching, squatting, bending, climbing, and grasping.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in an uncontrolled temperature environment (hot or cold).

Responsibilities

• Support the operation of a fast-paced packaging manufacturing facility.
• Focusing on our customers’ success will allow you opportunities to develop and grow your career in manufacturing.
• The Manufacturing Helper is normally the third team member assigned to a machine in the Production.
• Being able to support operators on different machinery while assisting different areas as needed.
• Duties include ensuring tooling for the machine is on hand, assisting the machine operator and assistant operator with setups and jam-ups, and keeping the area around the machine clean of debris and spills.

Job description

MACHINE ASSISTANT - STACKER

Starting Pay: $18.50 once qualified $19.80/hr+

Shift: 2nd & 3rd shift M-F 11p-7a overtime and weekends as needed or 2nd shift M-F 3p-11p

Work Environment

Onsite, non-climate-controlled

The Opportunity

Primary job duties will include but are not limited to safely performing a wide range of tasks supporting the manufacturing areas, production, conducting quality checks, material setup, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working safely, demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, a strong desire to learn manufacturing processes and operating complex machinery, and have a desire to advance within the company.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock

• Support the operation of a fast-paced packaging manufacturing facility.
• Focusing on our customers’ success will allow you opportunities to develop and grow your career in manufacturing
• The Manufacturing Helper is normally the third team member assigned to a machine in the Production.
• Being able to support operators on different machinery while assisting different areas as needed.
• Some of the duties of this position include, but are not limited to ensuring that all tooling for the machine is on hand, assisting the machine operator and assistant operator with setups and jam-ups, ensuring that the area surrounding the machine is kept clean of debris and spills

What you need to succeed

• A learning mindset
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand basic English
• Ability to read materials to understand and apply content, such as instruction manuals, procedure manuals or assembly manuals
• Able to read a tape measure and perform basic math
• Must wear safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection and other safety gear as required (We will provide any necessary PPE.)
• Ability to stand and walk continuously with occasional kneeling, crouching, squatting, bending, climbing, and grasping
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work in an uncontrolled temperature environment (hot or cold)

What we offer:

• Benefit eligibility begins Day 1
• Benefits include:
• Medical w/ HSA
• Dental Vision
• Mental Health
• 401(k) with 5% company match
• Paid vacation time & holidays
• Life Insurance & AD&D
• Short- & Long-term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• 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.