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Join the Smurfit WestRock team in Blue Springs, MO as a Production Worker!

Smurfit WestRock is a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Starting Pay: $21.03/hr, with increases after 60 days

Additional Benefits:

* Shift Differentials (2nd shift $0.35/hr, 3rd shift $0.39/hr) + Weekly Pay!

* Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

* 401(k) with Company Match up to 6%

* 11 Paid Holidays and Vacation within the first year!

* Allowances for RX Safety Glasses and Boots

* Life Insurance and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

* Tuition Reimbursement

* Paid Lunches and Breaks

Primary Duties of the Production Worker position include safely performing a wide range of tasks supporting the manufacturing of corrugated boxes, 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, a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a strong desire to learn manufacturing processes and operate complex machinery. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

* Safely operating a variety of manufacturing equipment, following specific directions, and performing duties as assigned.

* Performing complete make-ready and shutdown.

* Understanding and verification of Quality Inspection Criteria

* Product Identification and Labeling

* Maintaining Waste and Efficiency standards

* Performing inspections on various equipment for proper operation and reporting questionable conditions.

* Performing various housekeeping, cleaning, and organizing functions with minimal supervision to ensure areas are clean and free from debris.

What you need to succeed:

* General mechanical aptitude & trouble shooting skills.

* Be self-starting/self-motivated and able to work independently.

* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and have a sense of urgency to complete tasks accurately and on time.

* Good communication skills including the ability to interact with other levels of management and staff.

* Be safety conscious, follow directions, and work safely around moving machinery.

* Industrial manufacturing experience is preferred.

Requirements:

* Complete a Drug Screen, Physical, and background check.

* Provide proof of 18 years of age or older.

* Must be available to work ANY shift and Overtime as needed, up to 12 hours a day, and some Saturdays.

* Ability to read a tape measure (to 1/16" measurement, do basic math, and some computer skills.

* Ability to work safely, comply with all safety rules, lift, push or pull up to 50lbs, navigate stairs, stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout the entire shift.

* HS diploma or GED required.

* Be safety conscious, follow directions, and work safely around moving machinery.

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.

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.