Production Associates (P) 7/21

Smurfit Westrock plc; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

401K with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock plc in Lansing, MI is hiring for finishing processors, packers, and press assistants on 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts. You will operate small finishing machines, load and unload, train new staff, and read job tickets to ensure quality. Overtime may be required during busy periods.

Drug screening is part of the process. We offer medical, dental and vision benefits from day one, 401K with company match, and paid time off including holidays.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to interact with automated machinery.
• Must be able to write and speak simple sentences.
• Must be able to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondences, and memos.
• Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Must be able to count and measure.
• Must have basic arithmetic skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must maintain good attendance.
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed; significant overtime may be required during busy periods.
• Must be able to pass color vision test.
• Must be able to pass color hue test.

Responsibilities

• Operates small finishing machines and performs table work.
• Trains new employees on all aspects of the job.
• Operates printing computers for carton labels.
• Reads and follows SOPs for the job.
• Maintains a clean work environment and product quality.
• Performs minor maintenance on small machines.
• Counts product to ensure accuracy.
• Works safely and per company policies.

Skills

Finishing machinery

Reading & writing simple sentences

Automated machinery

Basic math

Attendance

Overtime willingness

Color vision

Color hue tests

Basic computer skills

High school diploma or GED

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Finishing machines

Printing computers

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.

We are hiring in Lansing, MI

Hiring for Finishing Processors, Packers, and Press Assistants

1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift available!

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Perform general hand and table work, including loading and taking off and packing of finishing machines, and operating small finishing machines. Perform periodic quality checks.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Operates small finishing machines.
• Hand strips and performs general table work.
• Trains new employees on all aspects of the job.
• Operates printing computers for carton labels.
• Reads and follows SOP's for job.
• Maintains a clean work environment.
• Maintains quality in our products.
• Performs minor maintenance on the small machines.
• Reads and follows directions on job tickets.
• Counts product to ensure accuracy.
• Distinguishes color to ensure accuracy in quality.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.
• Work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Must be able to interact with automated machinery.
• Must be able to write and speak simple sentences.
• Must have the ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondences, and memos.
• Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Must have the ability to count and measure.
• Must be able to perform basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must be able to maintain good attendance.
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed; significant overtime may be required during busy periods.
• Must be able to pass color vision test.
• Must be able to pass color hue test.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits available on 1st day
• 401K with company match
• Paid Time Off
  • 80 hours of Paid time off after 30 days of employment, prorated based on hired date.
  • 9 Paid Holidays (New Years Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day)
  • 2 Floating Holidays & Schedule the other

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.