Production Worker

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Build your Future with Smurfit Westrock Wakefield, MA!   $21.60 including shift differential to start on our 3rd shift for a pay rate of  $22.16. Learn our best-in-class safety & quality culture from the ground up and advance with a company that values your skills & contributions!

Our customers count on us to get their boxes right and delivered on time. Our Production Team members will safely perform a wide range of tasks, conducting quality checks, material set-up, machine set up and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working safely, attendance, demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a strong desire to learn manufacturing processes and operating complex high powered machinery.

Shift:

• 3rd shift 11 PM – 7 AM.
• M-F with possible OT

Benefits and Compensation

• Pay rate starting $21.60/hr. plus shift differential of 0.56.
• Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision), Paid time off, 401k with company match, life Insurance, and more after 90 days
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work

How you will impact WestRock

• We will train you to operate our corrugator & converting machines to produce corrugated packaging
• You will learn to perform routine maintenance on the machine & adjust the machine settings to achieve the desired dimensions and quality of the corrugated products
• Inspect the corrugated products for defects and take corrective actions as needed
• Communicate with team members and supervisors to ensure production goals are met safely with quality products
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines to maintain a safe work environment
• Keep your work area clean and organized
• Assist with other tasks as needed, such as loading and unloading materials or operating other machinery & mentoring new team members

 

What you need to succeed:

• A safety mindset
• Experience with high-speed, high-volume work
• Ability to read and understand basic English
• Physical ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and work in a fast-paced environment. Our facility is not climate controlled. You may work up to 12-hour shifts if OT is necessary.
• Attention to detail, able to read a tape measure & ability to identify product defects
• Desire to work in a team environment
• Willingness to work required OT including Saturdays

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.