General Laborer (Converting)

Company: WestRock
Location: Aurora
Posted on: November 22, 2020

Job Description:

General Laborer (Converting) FULL-TIME $16.08/hr The Opportunity:

We are currently seeking a proactive, teamwork oriented General Labor/Machine Operators/Feeders to contribute to the success and growth of the Converting and Paperboard Mill Production-Operations departments in Aurora, IL.

Starting pay rate $16.08 / hour. We offer benefits after the 90 days of WR probatory period.

How You Will Impact WestRock:

Primary duties include safely performing a wide range of tasks that include paperboard finished products, conducting quality checks, material set-up, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working safe, demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced environment, a strong desire to learn manufacturing processes and operating complex machinery and have a desire to advance within the company.

Responsibilities: Ability to operate various manufacturing equipment, follow specific directions, operate power hand tools, and other duties as assigned. Maintain a clean work environment. Ability to read a tape measure and have basic math and computer skills. Ability to work safely and comply with all safety regulations. Ability to navigate stairs, stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout the entire shift. Required to work daily overtime, weekends, work, and various rotating shifts depending on your position.

Essential Functions

•Set up machine according to product specifications

•Adjust equipment using tools to set speeds and feed rates

•Clean and maintain equipment & work area

•Prepare material for each schedule job

•Assist other operators to resolve production issues

•Execute all machine schedules

•Report daily production

•Stock finish product as needed

•Perform other duties as directed

•Comply with all safety rules

•Able to work on rotating 1st (7:00am-3:00pm), 2nd (3:00OM-11;00PM) & 3rd (11:00PM-7:00AM) shifts every month & On-Call

What You Need to Succeed:

•Able to lift up to 50lbs

•Able to push and pull up to 50lbs

•Able to tolerate heat and cold

•Able to stand most of the shift-day

•Able to walk, bend, turn, and squat throughout the day

•Able to work around strong odors (chemicals, paper)

•Able to wear personal protective equipment for eyes, head, face, feet, hands, or full body

•Able to work overtime (up to 12 hours)

In addition, the candidate must meet the following requirements:

•High school degree or GED equivalent

•Minimum 2 to 3 years of relevant working experience at least two years machine operator experience in a high-volume manufacturing setting.

•Machine Operator experience strongly preferred

•Bilingual English/Spanish is a Plus.

•Must be willing to submit to and pass a background check and drug screen

REM-03 WS-03

Schedule

Shift start: 7:00AM or 3:00PM

Shift length: 8 - 12 hours

Mon-Sat due to current workload - 1st shift starts at 5 am and 2nd shift is 12 hours until fully staffed

Benefits

Health, dental, vision insurance - available after 90 days

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Qualifications

Must pass drug screen

Must pass background check

Can lift 50 lbs

Must be at least 18+ years old

About WestRock

WestRock Company manufactures and sells paper and packaging solutions for the consumer and corrugated markets in North America, South America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. The company operates through three segments: Corrugated Packaging, Consumer Packaging, and Land and Development. The Corrugated Packaging segment produces containerboards, corrugated sheets, corrugated packaging, and preprinted linerboards for consumer and industrial products manufacturers, and corrugated box manufacturers.

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