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WestRock Company

Manufacturing Associate - Norcross (P)

WestRock Company, Norcross, Georgia, United States, 30092

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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.

Manufacturing Associate Starting Pay: $18.49/hr (experienced candidates may qualify for higher starting pay) Shift: 2nd shift : 3p-11p overtime available Mon-Friday every other Saturday

Level: Entry-level; experience preferred but not necessary, no degree requirement The opportunity: The Manufacturing Associate role is the first step in a stable career in packaging manufacturing. As an entry-level role, our Manufacturing Associates are expected to learn the process of making boxes, including safety procedures, identifying quality issues, and how to operate industrial machinery.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:

Follow all safety rules and procedures and actively participate in the plant’s safety culture

Learn the manufacturing process from Machine Operators and Technical Trainers

Assist Machine Operators in production process

Alert Operator to quality issues

Maintain housekeeping and organization in the workspace

Perform various other duties as needed

What you need to succeed:

A learning mindset

Ability to read, write, speak, and understand basic English

Ability to read materials to understand and apply content, such as instruction manuals, procedure manuals or assembly manuals.

Able to read a tape measure and perform basic math

Must wear safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection and other safety gear as required (We will provide any necessary PPE.)

Ability to stand and walk continuously with occasional kneeling, crouching, squatting, bending, climbing, and grasping.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Ability to work in an uncontrolled temperature environment (hot or cold)

What we offer:

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 Sustainability, Safety, and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Benefits include:

Medical w/ HSA

Vision

Mental Health

401(k) with 5% company match

Paid vacation time & holidays

Life Insurance & AD&D

Short- & Long-term Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

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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.

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