Shipping Team Member

Smurfit Westrock•New Lenox, IL

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Smurfit Westrock is hiring a Shipping Team Member for its shipping department. The role supports manufacturing production by setting up, operating, and maintaining packaging machinery and powered equipment while meeting safety and quality standards. Team members monitor production output, troubleshoot issues, document production and maintenance activities, and work with colleagues and supervisors to meet targets and deadlines. The facility operates 8-hour shifts. Employees must be available to work any shift and overtime, including weekends, based on workload. The listed 2nd shift is 3:00 PM–11:00 PM and the 3rd shift is 11:00 PM–7:00 AM. New hires spend their first three weeks on 1st shift, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM, for orientation, safety and quality training, and on-the-job training, then transition to their designated shift. Eight weekly evaluations are conducted by the Production Supervisor and Technical Trainer. Employees who successfully complete the 60-day probationary period may bid on higher-paying plant positions. A retention/stay bonus is paid over the first six months of employment. The starting wage is $22.10 per hour, with potential increases after the probationary period. Shift differentials are $0.63 per hour for 2nd shift and $0.57 per hour for 3rd shift. The role is located in New Lenox, Illinois.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team setting.
Ability to work safely and comply with safety regulations.
Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math used in manufacturing.
Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds, navigate stairs, and stand, walk, and bend throughout the shift, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment that is hot and humid in summer and fall.
Availability for daily overtime, weekend work, and various shifts depending on workload.
Successful completion of a criminal background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Strong understanding of safety practices and machine operation.
Technical background.
Openness to coaching and feedback.

Responsibilities

Set up, calibrate, and operate manufacturing and powered equipment.
Monitor machine operations and production quality to ensure compliance with standards.
Perform routine machinery maintenance and troubleshoot issues as needed.
Accurately document production data and maintenance activities.
Follow safety protocols and regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production targets and deadlines.

Benefits

Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision, available after 60 days of employment.
Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
Paid lunches and breaks.
401(k) with company contributions up to 4%.
11 paid holidays after 60 days of employment.
One week of vacation pay after the first six months.
Reimbursement for boots and prescription safety glasses.
Employee referral program offering $1,250 per hourly employee.
Tuition reimbursement after six months of employment.
Retention/stay bonus paid over the first six months of employment.
Shift differential of $0.63 per hour for 2nd shift or $0.57 per hour for 3rd shift.
Potential wage increases after completion of the probationary period.
Advancement opportunities and eligibility to bid on higher-paying positions after successful completion of the 60-day probationary period.
The posting also lists flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, paid sick leave as required by applicable law, and 10 days of paid vacation, subject to annual change.