Machine Operator Assistant

Smurfit Westrock•Covington, GA
•Onsite

About The Position

The Floater role is the first step in a stable career in packaging manufacturing. As an entry-level role, our Manufacturing Associates are expected to learn the process of making boxes, including safety procedures, identifying quality issues, manufacturing housekeeping, and how to operate industrial machinery.

Requirements

  • 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.
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Ability to work in an uncontrolled temperature environment (hot or cold)

Nice To Haves

  • experience preferred but not necessary

Responsibilities

  • Follow all safety rules and procedures and actively participate in the plant’s safety culture
  • Learn the manufacturing process from Machine Operators and Technical Trainers
  • Assist Machine Operators in production process
  • Alert Operator to quality issues
  • Maintain housekeeping and organization in the workspace
  • Perform various other duties as needed

Benefits

  • 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
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