Gluer Operator Trainee

Description & RequirementsSmurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.Gluer Operator TraineePay Rate: $26.72 – 29.72 (pay increases with training proficiency) $26.72 stage 1 (beginner trainee/completed 25% training knowledge)$27.72 stage 2 (completed 50% training knowledge)$28.72 stage 3 (completed 75% training knowledge)$29.72 fully trainedThe OpportunityThe Gluer Operator is in charge on the glue line and is ultimately responsible for glue line’s safety, quality, and efficiency. This position plays a critical role as they are responsible for setting up the gluer and ensuring the entire line can run good product efficiently. The Gluer Operator is responsible for overseeing work and giving work instructions to the Assistant Gluer Operator and Gluer Associates to perform at the highest level.Key Outcomes / AccountabilitiesFollow all safety procedures and report any unsafe conditions to a lead or managerMake ready the folder gluer and ensure the remaining equipment has been set up correctly Lead crew throughout the entire shift giving work instructions and ensuring the crew is performing and working as a teamAble to run and setup all Straight-line Gluers, Robots, Case Erectors, and PackersEnsure good quality products are produced by performing routine quality checks for conformance Expected to work with the Assistant Gluer Operator to teach them how to operate the gluerTroubleshoot the glue line and resolve any operational downtime eventsRotate with others on the line to give ergonomic relief as rotation schedule dictatesPerform machine preventative maintenance, DEC, 5S, and general housekeepingAccurately input quality and production data into the corresponding systemsEnsure copy changes are performed correctly by following the line clearance procedurePerform at the highest efficiency level – run the gluer at or above target speed with maximum uptime and low wasteRequired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities1-2 year experience in gluing folding cartons or comparable manufacturing or mechanical experienceStrong mechanical aptitude – able to interpret how pieces of the machine work together to achieve functionality Ability to read materials to understand and apply content such as instruction manuals, procedure manuals or assembly manualsAbility to write, in order to accomplish such tasks as completing forms or communicating simple instructionsAbility to perform basic mathematics such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and divisionAbility to carryout tasks which require a sequence of steps usually performed in a particular order – the problems are routine and easy to recognizeAbility to make decisions that are short-range and usually affect only a small group or work teamAbility to complete tasks as assigned by others with occasional directionAbility to communicate, explain and interpret well-defined business issues or procedures following established patternsWorking Conditions & General Work RequirementsMust wear safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection and other safety gear as requiredContinuous standing and walkingOccasional kneeling, crouching, squatting and bendingFrequent heavy lifting – 50lbsAbility to work any shift (night or day)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.