Machine Assistant Stacker

Smurfit Westrock; 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 match

Paid vacation

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) in Norcross, GA is seeking a Machine Assistant - Stacker for 2nd and 3rd shifts. Starting pay is $18.50/hr for qualified candidates, with potential to increase to $19.80/hr+; work hours include 11p-7a or 3p-11p, Monday through Friday, with overtime as required.

Onsite, non-climate-controlled environment. The role involves supporting fast-paced manufacturing operations, performing quality checks, material setup, and maintaining a clean, safe workspace while assisting

Qualifications

• A learning mindset and willingness to learn manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand basic English.
• Ability to read instruction manuals and procedure manuals.
• Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math.
• Must wear safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection and other safety gear; PPE provided.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods with occasional bending and lifting.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must work in an environment with varying temperatures (hot/cold).

Responsibilities

• Support operation of a fast-paced packaging manufacturing facility.
• Assist machine operators and other team members during setups and jam-ups.
• Conduct quality checks and ensure workspace is clean and organized.
• Maintain tooling and supplies at the machine and support other areas as needed.

Skills

Learning mindset

English literacy

Read manuals

Basic math

PPE compliance

Stand/walk all day

Lift 50 lbs

Safety awareness

Job description

Description & Requirements

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 (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.

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.

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.