Machine Operator Assistant

WestRock Company; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; 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

WestRock Company is seeking an entry-level Floater/Machine Operator Assistant in Covington, GA. The position starts at $22.04/hour with a 2nd shift (Mon–Fri, 3:00 PM–11:00 PM) and requires overtime and occasional weekend work. Training on the 1st shift is planned for the first three weeks.

You will learn the packaging manufacturing process, safety procedures, and how to operate industrial machinery. No degree is required; a learning mindset and basic English are essential.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position; no degree required.
• Basic English literacy required.
• Able to read a tape measure and perform basic math.
• Must be able to stand/walk for long periods and wear PPE as required.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety rules and participate in the plant’s safety culture.
• Learn the manufacturing process from Machine Operators and Trainers.
• Assist Machine Operators in production tasks.
• Alert Operator to quality issues.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the workspace.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Basic English literacy

Reading a tape measure

Basic math

Safety awareness

Learning mindset

Physically capable

Education

No degree required

Job description

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

Work Environment: Onsite, non-climate-controlled

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 industrial machinery.

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


• Assist Machine Operators in production process


• 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


• 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