Laminator Operator

WestRock • Full-time • IN Knox, IN, United States • 5d ago

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.

Our Food Service Packaging plant in Knox, IN, is seeking a Laminator Operator who will be an integral part of the Knox team supporting the laminators.

Location: Knox, IN (6595 Highway 10, Knox, IN46534)
Shift: Monday - Thursday, 4 pm - 2 am CST, must be flexible to work overtime (during the week and/or weekend shifts)
Pay: $19.85/hour, plus $0.50/hour shift differential.

SUMMARY: The Laminator Assistants are responsible for the safe manufacturing of laminated board for all products as needed for the facility by performing the following key responsibilities.

How you will impact Smurfit WestRock:

Read, interpret, and understand all job Jackets, Spec Sheets, skid tags and product load tags.
Ensure all paperwork and system transactions are completed in a timely and accurate manner.
Maintain full compliance of all GMPs.
Maintain housekeeping excellence in accordance with NSF/GMP Housekeeping standards.
Follow all safety procedures and promote safety & safety programs throughout the facility.
Perform all required customer and departmental quality checks.

Participate and ensure department is compliant with NSF/GMP audit regulations.

Ability to safely operate various manufacturing equipment, follow specific directions, and perform duties as assigned.
Ability to work safely, comply with all safety rules, lift, push or pull >100lbs, navigate stairs, stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout the entire shift.
Ability to read a tape measure (to 1/32” measurement, do basic math, and some computer skills).
General mechanical aptitude & trouble shooting skills.
Ability to perform complete make ready and shut down.
Understanding of Quality Inspection Criteria
Product Identification and Labeling
Use of PDE system
Maintain Waste and Efficiency standards

What you need to succeed:

Ability to covert basic math and read a tape measure.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Effective communication skills and excellent coordination skills.
Great organizational and time management abilities.
Professional demeanor.
Must successfully pass a pre-employment, drug test, and background check.

What we offer:

Corporate culture is 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.
Benefits package that includes generous 401K match, medical, dental, vision, employee stock purchase plan, wellness program, and more!
An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential. Annual Bonus potential!
Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence
Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities

Benefits:

Day One Benefits package that includes

Medical (includes Domestic Partner Coverage)
- Prescription Coverage
- Wellness Invective Program

Rewards up to $600/employee & $400/spouse per year

Dental (includes Domestic Partner Coverage)
Vision (includes Domestic Partner Coverage)
Employer Paid Life Insurance 2x your Annual Rate
- Optional Voluntary Life Insurance
- Optional Spouse Life Insurance
- Optional Children Life Insurance
Short Term and Long-Term Disability
401k Up to 5% company match and an additional 2.5 % of your prior year earnings deposited into your account the following January, possible total of 12.5%.
Paid Vacation after 30 days UP to 80 hours of vacation in your First Year of Employment
Paid Holiday Up to 11 Paid Holidays including your Birthday
Safety Engagement Incentive
- $75 Quarterly incentive and $125 year end incentive
Eligibly for Promotions
Employee Discounts (car purchases, household appliances, office products/computers, hotel stay/car rentals, entertainment tickets, relocation/home mortgage, etc.)