Production-Winder Operator

Production - Winder Operator - Forney Locations TX Forney Coated Products

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.

Job Summary

The Winder Operator is responsible for winding operations and the safe, efficient handling of production materials, including cores, core racks, strapping materials, and ink supplies. This position plays a critical role in ensuring product quality, operational efficiency, and mill performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform winding operations in a safe, quality-focused, and productive manner.
• Inspect finished products and determine final quality and disposition.
• Operate overhead cranes safely and effectively.
• Collaborate with Operations and Maintenance teams to optimize mill performance.
• Support shutdown maintenance activities and production startups.
• Read, understand, and follow System Level Procedures and Work Instructions.
• Maintain housekeeping standards throughout the work area.
• Recognize and appropriately respond to safety warnings, signs, horns, sirens, paging systems, and alarms.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Essential Job Requirements

• Ability to successfully train and advance within a pay-for-skills environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, cost control, and productivity.
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Ability to climb stairs and lift to 40 pounds without assistance.
• Ability to read and respond to mill signage, information systems, alarms, warning systems, and paging systems.
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, humidity, and machine noise while utilizing appropriate hearing protection.
• Ability to stand for approximately 90% of the workday.
• High school diploma or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous pulp and paper manufacturing experience preferred.

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.