Stacker Assistant

Smurfit Westrock; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical w/ HSA

Dental Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation time & holidays

Life Insurance & AD&D

Short- & Long-term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Norcross, GA is seeking a Machine Assistant - Stacker to join our onsite team on 2nd and 3rd shifts. Starting pay is $18.50 per hour, with $19.80/hr+ as qualification progresses, and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities include supporting production, quality checks, material setup, and maintaining a clean work area. You will work with operators across machines, learn manufacturing processes, and have opportunities for advancement within the company.

Qualifications

• Basic English reading, writing and comprehension.
• Able to read instruction manuals and assembly manuals.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform basic math.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform a wide range of tasks supporting production and quality checks.
• Assist machine operators with setups and jam-ups.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and assist different areas as needed.

Skills

Safety awareness

Basic English

Tape measure reading

Math skills

Physical stamina

Tools

Tape measure

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.

MACHINE ASSISTANT - STACKER

Starting Pay: $18.50 once qualified $19.80/hr+

Shift: 2nd & 3rd shift M-F 11p-7a overtime and weekends as needed or 2nd shift M-F 3p-11p

Work Environment

Onsite, non-climate-co ntrolled

The Opportunity

• Primary job duties will include but are not limited to safely performing a wide range of tasks supporting the manufacturing areas, production, conducting quality checks, material setup, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
• The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working safely, demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, a strong desire to learn manufacturing processes and operating complex machinery, and have a desire to advance within the company.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock

• Support the operation of a fast-paced packaging manufacturing facility.
• Focusing on our customers’ success will allow you opportunities to develop and grow your career in manufacturing
• The Manufacturing Helper is normally the third team member assigned to a machine in the Production.
• Being able to support operators on different machinery while assisting different areas as needed.
• Some of the duties of this position include, but are not limited to ensuring that all tooling for the machine is on hand, assisting the machine operator and assistant operator with setups and jam-ups, ensuring that the area surrounding the machine is kept clean of debris and spills

What you need to succeed

• A learning mindset
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand basic English
• Ability to read materials to understand and apply content, such as instruction manuals, procedure manuals or assembly manuals
• Able to read a tape measure and perform basic math
• Must wear safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection and other safety gear as required (We will provide any necessary PPE.)
• Ability to stand and walk continuously with occasional kneeling, crouching, squatting, bending, climbing, and grasping
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to work in an uncontrolled temperature environment (hot or cold)

What we offer:

• Benefit eligibility begins Day 1
• Benefits include:
• Medical w/ HSA
• Dental Vision
• Mental Health
• 401(k) with 5% company match
• Paid vacation time & holidays
• Life Insurance & AD&D
• Short- & Long-term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• 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
• A career with a global packaging company where S ustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

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.