Production Team Member

WestRock
PA Coal Center

Manufacturing
Full-time
production team member
converting utility operator
packaging machine operator

Our job summary

The Production Team Member role at Smurfit Westrock involves operating and setting up converting and finishing machines within a sustainable packaging manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include following safety protocols, meeting production goals, ensuring quality standards, and assisting with machine preparation and line operations. The position requires basic math skills, ability to read and interpret production specifications, and physical stamina for extended periods of standing and lifting.

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.

POSITION: Converting Utility Operator/General Labor – Coal Center, PA

Shift: openings on 1st and 2nd shift

Pay: $18.47/hr + $0.55/hr shift differential

QUALIFICATIONS:

The ability to learn and perform all job functions of the Converting Utility Operator and train. The ability to read, comprehend and interpret written and graphic instructions on factory work orders, factory print cards and to understand design specifications. The ability to write, read a tape measure in 1/16 increments, general mathematical knowledge including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Follow instructions as well as work as a team member. Be willing to assist on all converting machines.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

Follow all safety rules and practices.
Follow line clearing procedures
Perform machine set up tasks on both gluers as directed by the production spec in a timely manner.
Set up and follow all stacking patterns according to production spec.
Ability to understand a print spec.
Ability to understand a production spec.
Ability to run Machine efficiently and independently.
Ability to meet or exceed daily production goals in a timely and safe manner.
Ensure quality standards are met on every order.
Ability to learn all finishing machines as well as assist on the main line bander.
Completing paperwork and input computer data.
After machine is set up assist the operator as needed.
Use of available time to prepare machine for next set up.
Perform other duties as assigned by a Supervisor, Superintendent or Production Manager.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EDUCATION

Previous experience preferred

High School diploma or GED

Ability to deal with other employees and management in a courteous, tactful, and patient manner

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

May be required to lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) occasionally. Standing up to 12 hours per day and walking to and from various machines and locations throughout the facility. Ability to grasp objects with hands and fingers. Ability to repetitively bend and twist at trunk level. Ability to crouch and/or kneel when required.

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

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