Production Associate

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.Hiring Immediately - Full TimeProduction Associate - Lanett, ALMust be able to work both day or night shift (7AM-7PM OR PM-7AM)We cannot guarantee which shift you will be place on Payrate: $20.60/hr + $1.00/hr shift differential for nightshiftWhat We OfferMedical, Dental and Vision benefits available immediately401K with company match80 hours of Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Holidays Other benefits such as company paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability, Tuition Assistance and moreAnnual Reimbursement for Safety ShoesComprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunitiesA career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.The OpportunityRemove packed cases from conveyor and place them on pallets Apply labels to pallets Alert operator to carton defects when found Follow all safety rules and procedures and actively participate in the plant safety process Meet the highest level of equipment production uptimeAccurately input production data into the systemActively participate in the preventative maintenance programWork with and /or cross train as a Feeder Inspector Packer in FinishingMaintain housekeeping and organization at the Stackoff areaWhat You Need To SucceedGED/High School diploma requiredAbility 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 math such as addition, subtraction, multiplications, and divisionAbility to carry out 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 directionsAbility to communicate to explain or interpret well-defined business issues or procedures, following established patternsWorking conditions/PPEMust wear safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection and other safety gear as requiredContinuous standing and walkingOccasional kneeling, crouching, squatting and bendingFrequent heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs), climbing and graspingContinuous use of vision to distinguish depth perception Ability to work any shift (night or day)Ability to work in an uncontrolled temperature environment (hot or cold)#SmurfitWestrockJobsCandidates 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.