Paper Machine Entry Level Prod

Smurfit Westrock; Alabama; On-site; USD 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Drug screening

Safe work environment

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock's Mahrt Papermill in Cottonton, AL, is seeking motivated individuals to join the Paper Machine Department as assistants in operation and core cutting. The role supports machine operators, maintains safety, and helps with core handling and cleanup.

We offer a starting wage of $22.67 per hour with progression to $28.47 per hour after qualification, plus a drug screening and competitive benefits. Candidates will work rotating shifts and must meet the listed requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must pass company written test including rules, gauges and numerical ability.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work in a heavy industrial environment.
• Ability to work rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Cut paper cores to proper length per order and plug ends.
• Load winder cores.
• Remove cores from storage area.
• Assist in startup of winder under supervision.
• Empty garbage cans and remove wastepaper.
• Assist in basement cleanup during downtime.
• Empty the vacuum deposit system.

Skills

Communication

Industrial safety

Reading gauges

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description & Requirements

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.

Description & Requirements

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.

Smurfit Westrock, Mahrt Operations, is currently looking for safe, committed people to join our Paper Mill in Cottonton, AL. Currently, we are looking to fill openings in our Paper Machine Department of the mill.

The Opportunity

Basic Function: To assist other workers in the operation of the Paper Machine and to cut cores.

How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock

Essential functions within the Paper Machine Department will include but not limited to:

• Cut paper cores to proper length as per order and plug appropriate ends
• Load winder cores
• Remove cores from storage area
• Assist in startup of winder under instruction of winder machine operator
• Empty garbage cans and remove wastepaper for proper disposal
• Assist in cleanup of basement during down time
• Empty the vacuum deposit system

What You Need To Succeed

Possess a high school diploma or GED

Pass company required written test that includes Rules &Gauges, Numerical Ability, Reading, and Bennett Mechanical aptitude testing. (Testing will be scheduled when candidates are selected)

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to work in a heavy industrial environment

Ability to work rotating shifts (Southern Swing)

Ability to work safely at all times

Possess a solid history of employment

Ability to read to accomplish such tasks as reading reports, gauges, signs, etc.

What We Offer

Mahrt Papermill offers competitive wages and benefits package. The beginning rate is $22.67 per hour with an increase to $28.47 per hour after you have successfully qualified for the position.

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.