Manufacturing Associate 2nd shift

WestRock • Kennesaw, GA

94d • $19

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 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 opportunity: Assistant Operators directly assist Machine Operators in all aspects of production. They are expected to learn all the same functions as Operators and are required to cover Operators' absences. Assistant Operators also provide guidance to entry-level associates at their machine center.

Requirements

• A learning mindset
• 6+ months prior machine operating experience
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand basic English
• Ability to read materials to understand 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
• Ability to stand and walk continuously with occasional kneeling, crouching, squatting, bending, climbing, and grasping
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Ability to perform heavy lifting
• Ability to work in an uncontrolled temperature environment (hot or cold)

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
• Understand quality processes and standards and 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Paper Manufacturing
• Education Level: No Education Listed