Machine Operator Assistant

Smurfit-Westrock; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical w/ HSA

Vision

Mental Health

401(k) with 5% company match

Paid vacation time & holidays

Life Insurance & AD&D

Short- & Long-term Disability

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is hiring for a Floater/Machine Operator Assistant in Covington, GA. This entry-level role offers on-the-job training, with a pathway to learn the box-making process and safety procedures through hands-on supervision.

You will assist in learning from Machine Operators and Trainers, support quality checks, and maintain a clean, organized workspace while complying with PPE requirements and safety rules.

Qualifications

• Entry-level role; no degree required.
• Must be able to read and understand basic English.
• Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math.
• Willing to train on 1st shift for 3 weeks.
• Must wear PPE as required.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety rules and procedures.
• Learn the manufacturing process from Operators and Trainers.
• Identify and report quality issues.
• Maintain workspace housekeeping and organization.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Learning mindset

Reading & writing English

Basic math

Safety awareness

Reading tape measures

Stamina

Safety gear usage

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.

FLOATER/MACHINE OPERATOR ASSISTANT

Starting Pay: $22.04

Shift: 2nd M-F 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM overtime and weekends as needed (WILL NEED TO BE ABLE TO TRAIN ON 1ST SHIFT FOR 1ST 3 WEEKS)

Level: Entry-level; experience preferred but not necessary, no degree

Requirement

The opportunity:

The Floater role is the first step in a stable career in packaging manufacturing. As an entry-level

role, our Manufacturing Associates are expected to learn the process of making boxes, including

safety procedures, identifying quality issues, manufacturing housekeeping, and how to operate

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

Primary job duties will include but are not limited to:

• Follow all safety rules and procedures and actively participate in the plant's safety culture
• Learn the manufacturing process from Machine Operators and Technical Trainers
• Alert Operator to quality issues
• Maintain housekeeping and organization in the workspace
• Perform various other duties as needed

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.
• Heavy Lifting
• Ability to work in an uncontrolled temperature environment (hot or cold)

What we offer:

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

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.