Major Machine Operator

Smurfit Westrock; Lansing, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Michigan is seeking a production-focused operator to set up and run finishing machines, including cutters, folders, and stitcher/trimmer units. You will package cartons for shipment and pull product samples to verify customer specs are met.

The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and teamwork as you help meet production goals and maintain high quality labels and packaging for customers.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required or equivalent.
• 3 years' work experience preferred.
• Ability to read and speak English and follow work instructions.
• Mechanical skills and familiarity with generic machines are strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of machine operations and troubleshooting is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate finishing machines such as cutters, folders and stitcher/trimmer.
• Package cartons for shipment and ensure accurate boxing.
• Pull product samples to verify customer specifications are met.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Machine operation

Troubleshooting

Reading and following instructions

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

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.

The opportunity

• Set up and operate a variety of finishing machines to include cutters, folders and stitcher/trimmer machines
• Package cartons in preparation for shipment
• Pull product samples to ensure customer specifications are followed

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock

• Provide quality label and packaging products to our customers
• Meet on time delivery deadlines to ensure customer satisfaction
• Work with teammates to meet production goals
• Strive to be knowledgeable at all the machine centers

What you need to succeed

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Preferred 3 years' work experience
• Ability to read and speak English and follow work instructions
• Possession of various mechanical skills is strongly preferred
• Knowledge of machine operations and troubleshooting actions
• Ability to stand for the entire shift

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.

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.