Mill Operator Trainee: Hands-On Growth & Training

Smurfit-Westrock; Dublin (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Dublin, GA invites applicants for a Mill Operator Trainee. Starting pay is $20.48 per hour, with growth opportunities as you gain experience and certification.

You will receive hands-on training operating equipment such as forklifts and loaders, while learning safety procedures, quality checks, and team collaboration in a supportive environment. This entry role offers a path to a long-term manufacturing career.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 2 years of steady work in the past 5 years OR a recent high school graduate within the last 12 months.
• Comfort using a computer; familiarity with Microsoft Office is a plus.
• Willingness to learn to safely operate manufacturing equipment and tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment including forklifts, clamp trucks, and front-end loaders as a trainee.
• Follow safety rules to keep the workplace accident-free.
• Keep work area tidy and organized for efficiency.
• Support different parts of the mill and assist as needed.
• Learn to load and unload products for truck, rail, and intermodal transport.
• Incorporate quality checks into daily tasks and learn standard verifications.
• Speak up about maintenance or safety issues to improve operations.

Skills

Team player

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Dublin, GA invites applicants for a Mill Operator Trainee. Starting pay is $20.48 per hour, with growth opportunities as you gain experience and certification.

You will receive hands-on training operating equipment such as forklifts and loaders, while learning safety procedures, quality checks, and team collaboration in a supportive environment. This entry role offers a path to a long-term manufacturing career.