Production Worker

Smurfit Westrock; Highland (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Training programs

Safety culture

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Highland, IL is hiring for an entry-level manufacturing role. Primary duties include safely stacking corrugated products, performing quality checks, and keeping a clean, organized workspace.

You must be self-motivated, able to work in a fast-paced environment, pass a drug screen and background check, and have a HS diploma or GED. Overtime and weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Willingness to work overtime and any shift.
• Basic math and tape measure reading.
• Industrial manufacturing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate manufacturing equipment and follow directions.
• Perform quality inspections and document results.
• Set up materials and make ready/shut down equipment.
• Maintain clean and organized work area.
• Identify labeling and product identification.
• Report questionable conditions and perform housekeeping.

Skills

Self-motivated

Fast-paced environment

Communication

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

Tape measure

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.

• Starting Wage Range: $20.84/hr, with increases ranging from $21.17-$24.87 after 60 WORKING days
• Location: Highland, IL 62249

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.
• Perform 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
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.

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.