Converting Helper

Machine Assistant- Converting

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees, and the communities where we operate.

Starting Pay: $18.50, once qualified $19.80/hr+

Shift: 2nd shift 3:00pm-11:00pm (MUST BE FLEXIBLE FOR 3RD SHIFT IF NEEDED)

Work Environment: Onsite, non-climate-controlled

The Opportunity:

Primary job duties will include but not limited to safely perform a wide range of tasks supporting the manufacturing areas, production, conducting quality checks, material setup, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working safe, demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, a strong desire to learn manufacturing processes and operating complex machinery, and have a desire to advance within the company.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

• Support the operation of a fast-paced packaging manufacturing facility.

• Focusing on our customers' success will allow you opportunities to develop and grow your career in manufacturing.

• The Manufacturing Helper is normally the third team member assigned to a machine in the Production.

• Being able to support operators on different machinery while assisting different areas as needed.

• Some of the duties of this position include, but are not limited to: ensuring that all tooling for the machine is on hand, assisting the machine operator and assistant operator with setups and jam-ups, ensuring that the area surrounding the machine is kept clean of debris and spills

What you need to succeed:

• 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

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

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

What we offer:

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety, and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Benefit eligibility begins Day 1

• 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.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.