Production Associate

Smurfit Westrock • Fernandina Beach, FL

14d • Onsite

About The Position

Smurfit Westrock is hiring a Production Associate to assist the Operator and Assistant Operator with setting up and operating equipment used to produce corrugated boxes to customer specifications. The associate may operate equipment to maintain productivity, quality, and safe machine performance, and may use power hand tools and perform other assigned duties. The role requires maintaining a clean work area and following safety rules and operating instructions. Training is provided on equipment operation, safety procedures, and machine setup. The position is based at the Fernandina Beach Container facility in Fernandina Beach, Florida. Shifts are 1st shift, 6 a.m.–2 p.m.; 2nd shift, 2 p.m.–10 p.m.; or 3rd shift, 10 p.m.–6 a.m. Starting pay is $20.83 per hour, with a shift differential of $0.50 per hour for 2nd shift and $0.52 per hour for 3rd shift. Daily overtime and weekend work are required. Candidates must undergo drug screening after receiving a conditional offer and before starting employment.

Requirements

• Ability to read and apply safety rules and operating instructions.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Ability to recognize proper versus improper machine operation.
• Understanding of machine setup components, including rolls, dies, feeders, scores, blades, and rails.
• Ability to operate glue and ink systems.
• Ability to follow manufacturing process controls and quality requirements.
• Commitment to safe work practices and ability to work around moving machinery, conveyors, and nip points while using required PPE.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull 50 pounds; navigate stairs; and stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout the entire shift.
• Ability to follow specific directions.
• Required availability for daily overtime and weekend work.
• Completion of a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer and before starting employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Operator and Assistant Operator with equipment setup and operation to produce corrugated boxes according to customer specifications.
• Operate equipment as needed to maintain productivity, quality, and safe machine performance.
• Operate various manufacturing equipment and power hand tools, and perform other duties as assigned.
• Follow safety and housekeeping procedures, including lockout/tagout, PPE use, awareness of moving machinery and nip points, proper lifting techniques, and use of guards and safety devices.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area through daily cleanup, trash removal, adherence to the Safety Manual cleaning schedule, and clearing scrap.
• Use Factory Orders and Print Cards to set machine parameters and ensure proper equipment operation.
• Perform machine setup tasks, including setting the stacker; installing dies, attachments, and printing plates; setting rolls, collars, scores, blades, and feeders; adjusting pressures and register; and operating glue and ink systems.
• Perform quality checks, including first-piece dimensional and print inspections, in-run checks, ink color and viscosity checks, and verification of proper box fold and completeness.
• Shut down equipment and immediately notify a supervisor if major issues occur.
• Communicate using interrupt buttons, verbal communication, and required hand signals.

Benefits

• Training on equipment operation, safety procedures, and machine setup.
• Opportunities to develop technical skills in corrugated converting.
• A stable, team-oriented manufacturing environment focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

What This Job Offers

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