Wet End Assistant

Smurfit Westrock plc; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical with HSA

Mental Health benefits

401(k) with 5% company match

Paid vacation & holidays

Life Insurance & AD&D

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Training & development

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock plc, a leader in sustainable packaging, seeks a Machine Operator Assistant in Fort Worth, TX. Candidate will safely perform stacking, quality checks, material set-ups, and equipment operation while maintaining a clean, safe workspace.

Minimum high school diploma; 1 year manufacturing preferred. Must lift up to 50 lbs and read tape measures. Benefits include medical, 401(k), and paid time off. Training and growth opportunities available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Operate manufacturing equipment and follow instructions.
• Use hand tools and perform additional duties as assigned.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Read a tape measure and perform basic math tasks.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for a full shift.

Responsibilities

• Safely stack corrugated products and conduct quality checks.
• Complete material set-ups and assist with machine operations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow safety regulations.
• Read a tape measure and perform basic math and computer tasks.
• Receive raw materials and assist team members with cleaning and setup.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Quality checks

Math skills

Teamwork

Tape measure reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Machinery operation

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 Operator Assistant

The Opportunity:

• The Machine Operator Assistant will safely perform a variety of tasks, including stacking corrugated products, conducting quality checks, completing material set-ups, and maintaining a clean and organized work area. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, a desire to learn manufacturing processes, operate complex machinery, and grow within the company.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

• Operate various manufacturing equipment and follow detailed instructions.
• Use hand tools and perform additional duties as assigned.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment while adhering to all safety regulations.
• Read a tape measure and perform basic math and computer tasks.
• Physically perform tasks involving lifting or pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs, navigating stairs, and

standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for the full shift.

• Receive raw materials, assist team members with cleaning, machine setup, and operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned

What you need to succeed:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Operate various manufacturing equipment and follow detailed instructions.
• Use hand tools and perform additional duties as assigned.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment while adhering to all safety regulations.
• Read a tape measure and perform basic math and computer tasks.
• Physically perform tasks involving lifting or pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs, navigating stairs, and standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for the full shift.
• Receive raw materials, assist team members with cleaning, machine setup, and operations. Perform other duties as assigned.

What we offer:

Benefit eligibility begins on the 1st of the month after you have completed 30 days

• Benefits include:
• Medical w/ HSA
• 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 Sustainability, 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.