Machine Operator

Smurfit Westrock; Olive Branch, Northern (MS, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Vacation time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Olive Branch, MS seeks an entry-level first shift associate to safely stack corrugated products, perform quality checks and support material setup. You will contribute to a clean, organized workspace and learn manufacturing processes while advancing within the company.

The role requires reading tape measures, basic math and computer skills, adherence to safety protocols, and willingness to work overtime during peak seasons on weekdays and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Drug screening after conditional job offer.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and power tools following directions.
• Maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Read a tape measure and use basic math/computer skills.
• Work safely and comply with all safety regulations.
• Lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs and remain on shift during overtime.

Skills

Quality checks

Math skills

Safety first

Fast-paced

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tape measure

Power hand tools

Job description

The Opportunity

• Position will work 1st Shift 6:00AM – 4:00PM, Monday to Thursday.
• Must be available to work daily overtime.
• Position pay rate depends on position assigned ($22.43HR).
• Benefits 1st day of employment to include, medical, dental, vision, 401K and prorated vacation time.

Job Summary

Primary duties include safely performing a wide range of tasks that include stacking corrugated product, conducting quality checks, material set-up, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working safe, an ability to work in a fast-paced environment, a strong desire to learn manufacturing processes

and the ability to operate complex machinery and have a desire to advance within the company.

Responsibilities

• Ability to operate various manufacturing equipment, follow specific direction, operate power hand tools and other duties as assigned
• Maintain a clean work environment
• Ability to read a tape measure and have basic math and computer skills
• Ability to work safely and comply with all safety regulations
• Ability to lift, push or pull 50 lbs., navigate stars, stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout the entire shift
• Required to work daily and/or weekend overtime during peak seasons

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

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