Clamp Truck Operator

Roll Clamp Operator

Starting Pay: $22.04/hr, once qualified (approximately 90 days) $24.22/hr

Shift: Must be flexible for either 1st 7A-3P or 2nd 3p-11p Mon - Fri some overtime and weekends as needed

The opportunity

Clamp Truck Operators play a critical role in our production process. They are responsible for unloading paper rolls from trucks and railcars, stacking roll stock, maintaining an organized workspace, and loading rolls into industrial machines. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. The job is fast paced, requires attention to detail, and a relentless focus on safety.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock

Primary job duties will include but are not limited to:

• Follow all safety rules and procedures and actively participate in the plant's safety culture
• Load/unload production machines, trailers, and railcars utilizing onboard computers (Thors)
• Perform safety inspections for trailers, docks, and dock plates
• Utilize proper PPE for equipment safety checks and changing propane tanks
• Alert supervisors to product quality issues
• Maintain housekeeping and organization in the workspace
• Perform various other duties as needed

What you need to succeed

• Minimum 2 years of experience operating a power industrial machine (PIT) – prior experience at a paper mill or corrugated facility strongly preferred
• Knowledge of scanning systems
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand basic English
• Ability to read materials to understand and apply content, such as instruction manuals and procedure manuals.
• Understanding of how to read shipping tags and shipping manifests
• Able to perform basic math
• Must wear safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection and other safety gear as required (We will provide any necessary
• Ability sit/drive continuously with occasional walking, kneeling, crouching, squatting, bending, climbing, and grasping.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Ability to work in an uncontrolled temperature environment (hot or cold)
• Experience with inventory software preferred

What we offer

• Benefit eligibility begins Day 1
• Benefits include:
• 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.
• 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.

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.