Entry Level Operator New Graduate Program

WestRock • Dublin, GA

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About The Position

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a d purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward. The Entry Level Operator role will work basic entry level jobs operating mobile equipment in various departments within the mill, requiring training on multiple pieces of equipment and multiple processes. Work assignments will be based on labor needs for the Mill and will be used to fill in for vacancies caused by vacancies, leave of absence, training, project assignments, labor intensive products or projects, etc.

Requirements

• Must be a recent high school graduate in the last 12 months.
• Computer literacy required, with MS Office experience a plus.
• Ability to safely operate various manufacturing equipment, follow specific directions, operate power hand tools, and other duties as assigned.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and management.
• Ability to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime and respond to call-ins when contacted.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all site safety requirements and procedures.
• Perform various housekeeping, cleaning, and organizing functions with minimal supervision to ensure areas are clean and free from debris.
• Perform all work assignments in various areas and departments of the mill in a professional manner that complies with all safety, environmental, and quality requirements for the mill.
• Prioritize work and take appropriate action to ensure all areas remain operational.
• Operate equipment for Roll finishing (banding, wrapping, labeling, sorting).
• Operate Clamp Truck to load trucks with finished products.
• Operate Forklift to unload bales from trailers and railcars.
• Operate Forklift to load conveyors with product according to a predetermined pattern/recipe.
• Write safety and maintenance work orders to correct or address equipment operational issues.
• Perform all related duties as assigned by Shift Operations Manager or Department leaders.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Paper Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED