Production Operator

Smurfit Westrock; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

401(k) with Company Contributions

Paid Holidays and PTO

Paid Lunches and Breaks

Tuition Reimbursement

Boots & RX Safety Glasses Reimburse

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Smurfit WestRock in Sioux City, IA is hiring a Production Worker for 2nd and 3rd shifts. Starting wage is $21.61/hr with increases after 60 days up to $27.98/hr depending on assignment.

Eligible for health, life, and disability insurance after 60 days, plus a 401(k) with company contributions and paid holidays. Candidates will perform packaging manufacturing tasks, quality checks, and equipment setup in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.
• Ability to read a tape measure and have basic math and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing equipment safely and follow specific directions.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Read and communicate in English.
• Push, pull, bend, squat, reach, kneel, and stand for long periods.
• Work daily overtime, weekend work and various shifts depending on workload.

Skills

English literacy

Tape measure

Basic math & computer skills

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.

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.

Join the Smurfit WestRock team in Sioux City, IA as a Production Worker!

Available Shift(s):

2nd & 3rd

Starting Wage Range:

$21.61/hr with increases after 60 days up to $27.98/hr, depending on assignment

Additional Incentives

• Shift Differentials ($1.05/hr for 2nd & 3rd Shifts)
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) available after 60 days
• Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Lunches and Breaks
• 401(k) with Company Contributions
• Paid Holidays and PTO Within the First Year
• Reimbursements for Boots & RX Safety Glasses
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Primary Duties Include

Safely performing a wide range of tasks supporting the manufacturing of corrugated boxes, conducting quality checks, material set-up, machine set-up and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working safely, a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a strong desire to learn manufacturing processes and operate complex machinery. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Operating manufacturing equipment/powered equipment safely and follow specific directions
• Maintaining a clean work environment
• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English
• Ability to read a tape measure and have basic math and computer skills.
• Ability to work safely and comply with all safety regulations.
• Ability to push, pull, bend, squat, reach, kneel, and stand for up to 12 hrs a day.
• Must be able to push, pull or lift up to 50 lbs on a frequent basis.
• Required to work daily overtime, weekend work and various shifts depending on workload.
• Must be willing to work any available shift.
• Manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
• Other duties as assigned

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.