Utility Operator

Smurfit Westrock plc; Silsbee (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit WestRock in Silsbee, TX, is seeking entry level Utility hourly labor positions at the extrusion plant. The role involves performing assigned duties safely in a heavy manufacturing environment and supporting plant operations on rotating days and nights.

Starting pay is $20.63 per hour with a 12-hour rotating shift and a 3-4 day work week. Candidates should have a high school diploma and be reliable, with the ability to work overtime and participate in safety programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year industrial experience or an Associate Degree in an industrial occupation.
• Reliable and dependable, and available to work rotating shifts and overtime as required.
• Decision making and troubleshooting abilities, good communication and computer skills.
• Must be safety minded, highly motivated, conscientious, and a good team player with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Performs assigned job duties in a safe and efficient manner within the extruder plant.
• Works anywhere in the plant as assigned and must be prepared to work overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Provides vacancy relief as needed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree in industrial occupation

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 seeking entry level Utility hourly labor positions for our Extrusion Plant in Silsbee, TX.

Starting Pay Rate: $20.63/HR

Shift: 12-hour rotating shift - days & nights with a 3-4-day work week

Job Summary

Performs assigned job duties in a safe and efficient manner within the extruder plant. Works anywhere in the plant as assigned. Required to work any hours as needed, including overtime, weekends, and holidays. Provides vacancy relief as needed.

Essential Functions

Heavy manufacturing facility which could involve standing, walking, working overhead, grasping, pulling, pushing, kneeling, shoveling, climbing stairs and ladders, bending and lifting throughout the shift. Requires safely operating and working around large moving vehicles and equipment. Must understand all mill safety policies and procedures, work in a safe and efficient manner at all times and wear required PPE, actively participate in the Mill's safety programs/processes, and be personally accountable for your own safety as well as your coworker's.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year industrial experience or an Associate Degree in an industrial occupation.
• Reliable and dependable, and available to work rotating shifts and overtime as required.
• Decision making and troubleshooting abilities, good communication and computer skills.
• Must be safety minded, highly motivated, conscientious, and a good team player with a positive attitude.

Preferred Requirements

• Two (2) year industrial experience or an Associate Degree in an industrial occupation.

Smurfit WestRock provides a highly competitive wage and benefits package.

Smurfit WestRock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans.

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.