Operator Trainee - 2nd shift

WestRock • South Brunswick Township, NJ

101d • $22

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 Operator Trainee position is based in Dayton, NJ, on the 2nd shift with a pay rate of $22.46/hr. The primary duties include safely performing a wide range of tasks that include stacking corrugated product, conducting quality checks, material set-up, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working safely, a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, be computer savvy, and have a strong desire to learn manufacturing processes and operate complex machinery.

Requirements

• Strong commitment to working safely.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Computer savvy.
• Desire to learn manufacturing processes and operate complex machinery.
• Ability to lift, push or pull 50lbs.
• Ability to navigate stairs, stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout the entire shift.
• Basic math and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform a wide range of tasks including stacking corrugated product and conducting quality checks.
• Material set-up and maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
• Familiarity with machines and task hazards; set-up and troubleshoot.
• Understand set-up, run and clean-up procedures; all industry standards and tolerances.
• Read a production order and generate load tags.
• Learn how to use KIWI (FFF) Computer System.
• Follow LOTO (Lock Out/Tag Out) Procedures.
• Inspect corrugated product/strike boxes.
• Participate in Inventory (Rollstock, Raw Materials and Finished Goods).
• Operate various manufacturing equipment and follow specific directions.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Read a tape measure and have basic math and computer skills.
• Work safely and autonomously while complying with all safety regulations.
• Lift, push or pull 50lbs, navigate stairs, stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout the entire shift.
• Work daily overtime, weekend work, and other shifts as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Paper Manufacturing