Folder Gluer Operator

Folder Gluer Operator

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.

Hiring Immediately - Full Time

Folder Gluer Operator - Mebane, NC

12 Hour shifts - Nightshift & Dayshift Available

Pay based on experience

What We Offer:

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits available immediately
• 401K with company match
• 80 hours of Paid Time Off and 12 Paid Holidays
• Other benefits such as company paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability, Tuition Assistance and more
• Annual Reimbursement for Safety Shoes
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

The Opportunity

The Gluer Operator is responsible for running any gluer safely, producing conforming cartons at a high rate of speed to achieve production standards with minimal waste. Must complete all hourly checks and maintain quality consistent with cGMP practices and specifications. Must complete all production and process control documentation. Must relieve crew members for breaks, lunches and communicate with crew members to solve any problems that may arise quickly.

What you need to succeed:

• Must be able to complete make readies on all gluers efficiently and complete all key areas of the Start Up Checklist prior to sign-off and start-up
• Determine machine speed and know approximate production at all times. Exceed minimum production standards
• Know approximately how much more cartons to glue and how many more cases are needed to complete an order
• Check and understand all detection systems, electronic counters as well as sensors
• Able to make machine adjustments in order to maintain machine at safety, quality and production standards
• Promote teamwork within crew to minimize machine downtime
• Check for scrap and quality defects on flat stock; continuously check for quality defects of the finished product
• Must strive to find ways to reduce variability in manufacturing processes to increase quality

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.