Entry Level Technician

Job Description

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.

The Opportunity :

Smurfit Westrock Solvay Mill is seeking Team Support Technician (Entry Level Operations Position) at Solvay NY. This position is entry level, and the right candidate will be taught skills needed to be successful. The goal of this role is to grow with the organization and become a technical expert in paper making.

Pay Range :   $23.02 / hour and after probationary period $26.49 / hour

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock :

• Knows and follows all safety, warehouse, and ISO policies / procedures
• Inspects trailers for damage – inside / outside, prior to loading finished rolls of paper
• Places jack stands and chocks in appropriate positions on parked trailers
• Sweeps out railcars and trailers thoroughly
• Makes sure packing material (dunnage) is available to keep rolls of paper in position while traveling
• Makes sure finished paper rolls have correct placement and tightness of shipping bands to secure roll for traveling
• Reviews customs and shipping paperwork
• Outbound scaling / controlling dock activity (live loads, drop loads)
• Communicates with spotters at beginning of each shift on what trailers are needed
• Back-up scale admin for each shift
• Corrects hold tags and reassigns rolls
• Assists with physical inventory
• Secures railcar and trailer loads
• Enters drop loads into CMS
• Helps with the paper machines during unplanned downtime
• Starch unloading
• Utilizes various computer programs
• Conducts proper shift relief

What you need to succeed :

What we offer :

The starting rate is $23.02 per hour, depending on your role, level, and location. The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state / local law, 10 days of paid vacation, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your actual pay will be based on your work location and other factors, such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about the specific salary range for your preferred location, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process. You may apply online at www.westrock.com / company / careers and the application window is expected to close by 11 / 03 / 25.

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