General Information

Job ID
ATR40138

Posting Job Title
Production Associate

Locations
MI Battle Creek Container

Employment Type
Full Time

Date Posted
29-Apr-2024

Relocation Support
No

Description & Requirements

WestRock (NYSE :WRK) 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 more fiber-based packaging forward.

Production Associate

We are seeking a Production Associate to join our team in Battle Creek, MI.

Job Description:

As a Production Associate, you will be responsible for the production of finished product at our Battle Creek, MI plant. This position requires the ability to work in a team environment and perform duties that require a high level of attention to detail. This position requires the ability to follow instructions and maintain a safe work environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
* Produce parts as directed by material control, and or the engineering department so to attain the required production levels and quality.
* Prep and inspect parts for final production.
* Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
* Set stops or guides to specified length as indicated by scale, rule, or template.
* Observe machine operations to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunction.
* Monitor the output of quality parts through inspection, scrap records, statistical process controls, and station control sheets.
* Measure workpiece dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation.
* Feed scrap corrugated paperboard material into machine
* Held accountable for driving forklift and moving material from production to outbound area.
* Held accountable for order picking and loading semi-trucks with forklift.
* Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills:
* Ability to read and understand instructions in English and perform basic math calculations.
* Ability to work in a team environment and perform tasks that require frequent lifting, carrying, bending, pushing, pulling, climbing stairs and standing for long periods of time.
* Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
* Ability to use common hand tools such as saws, drills, hammers, etc. (no power tools)
* Ability to work overtime as needed.

WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. WestRock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.