Production Worker

Smurfit Westrock; Highland (IL); On-site; USD 19,286 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sustainability focus

Safety culture

Training and development

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a capable production associate to support corrugated packaging operations. The role emphasizes safe operation of manufacturing equipment, quality checks, and maintaining organized workspaces to meet daily production goals.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, able to work independently in a fast-paced environment, and communicates effectively with all levels of staff. HS diploma or GED is required and shift overtime may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Must be self-starting and able to work independently.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with urgency to complete tasks accurately and on time.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to interact with management and staff.
• Industrial manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Flexibility on shift; overtime may be required.
• Must pass a background check, pre-employment drug screen and physical.
• HS diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate manufacturing equipment and follow directions.
• Perform quality checks and ensure workspace is clean and organized.
• Read a tape measure (to 1/16 inch) and perform basic math.
• Maintain waste and efficiency standards and document inspections.
• Identify and report equipment issues and ensure safe operation.

Skills

Self-motivated

Fast-paced environment

Excellent communication

Industrial manufacturing experience

Shift flexibility

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Tape measure reading

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.

The Opportunity

Primary duties include safely performing a wide range of tasks that include stacking corrugated products, conducting quality checks, material set-up, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Ability to safely operate various manufacturing equipment, follow specific directions, and perform duties as assigned.
• Ability to work safely, comply with all safety rules, lift, push or pull >50lbs, navigate stairs, stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout the entire shift.
• Ability to read a tape measure (to 1/16\" measurement, do basic math, and some computer skills.
• General mechanical aptitude & trouble shooting skills.
• Ability to perform complete make ready and shut down.
• Understanding of Quality Inspection Criteria
• Product Identification and Labeling
• Maintain Waste and Efficiency standards.
• Performs inspections on various equipment for proper operation and report questionable conditions.
• Performs various housekeeping, cleaning, and organizing functions with minimal supervision to ensure areas are clean and free from debris.

What You Need To Succeed

• Must be self-starting/self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and have a sense of urgency to complete tasks accurately and on time.
• Excellent communication skills including the ability to interact with other levels of management and staff.
• Industrial manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Must be flexible on shift as overtime is required.
• Must pass a background check, pre-employment drug screen and physical.
• HS diploma or GED required.

Requirements

• Successfully pass a Drug Screen and Physical and Criminal Background
• Provide proof of being 18 years of age or older.
• Must be available to work ANY shift and Overtime as needed, up to 12 hours a day and Saturdays.
• Ability to perform lifting tasks up to 50# repetitively and demonstrate good body mechanics.
• Be safety conscious, follow directions, and work safely around moving machinery.

What We Offer

• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety, and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities

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.