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Production Laborer

Smurfit Westrock plc, San Antonio, TX, United States


PRODUCTION LABORER

Assists with all activities associated with running the assigned machinery including setup, cleanup, cross training and continuous improvements to operations. The Production Worker works within a team to assist in operating assigned machinery in a safe, efficient and reliable manner. The position holder will follow all pertinent ISO 9001 procedures & processes as well as Group Health & Safety standards and rules.

Primary Duties

Assist machine operators where needed

Performs all product-handling activities (i.e., counting, packing, sealing, labelling, palletizing).

Reads specification to gather data for Load Tags as per spec cards

Monitor equipment during operations to ensure tolerances are being maintained

Perform daily maintenance duties such as cleaning machinery to remove paper dust

Set up, operate, prepare and assist in make-ready or tend machines cuts paper and paper board

In charge of starting up machines to verify setups, and make any necessary adjustments

Place dunnage on pallets and ensure pallet is presentable

Assists with manual shrink wrapping of pallets

Maintain at all times the machine at expected housekeeping standards

Follow all safety rules and procedures

Assist in troubleshooting when operating issue on machine occur

Assist other departments and/or areas as requested by management or supervisor

Participates in any extra curriculum (training & development) activity deemed necessary by management

Train other colleagues to pass on knowledge & expertise

Learn relevant local and company requirements, rules and procedures. Strictly follows rules and guidelines and always uses the right procedure for the job. Promptly reports incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions or processes. SKNA employees regardless of level, position or tenure are responsible for upholding the safety standards regulations and policies.

Starts assembly and production machinery at beginning of shift

May be assigned to other projects and duties

Job Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent; up to one year (1) related experience or training in the corrugated industry; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Must be able to read, write and speak in English

Good interpersonal & communication skills

Highly organized, detail orientated and self-motivated individual (proactive attitude)

Ability to work in fast-paced environment, learn quickly and follow established processes

Good mathematical skills

Ability to understand basic algebra, able to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, volume etc. (add and subtract numbers, multiply and divide by 10's and 100's...)

Ability to define problems, collect data/facts (observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources) and draw reasonable conclusions

Ability to deal with various situations

Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

Have several years of experience in a similar job

Excellent interpersonal communication skills

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

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