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Utility Operator - Extrusion Plant

Smurfit Westrock

Silsbee, TXJob$20.63/hrTracked 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$20.63/hr
Location
Silsbee, TX
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Smurfit Westrock is hiring an Utility Operator - Extrusion Plant. Smurfit Westrock is hiring entry‑level utility operators for its extrusion plant in Silsbee, Texas. Candidates will work 12‑hour rotating shifts in a heavy‑manufacturing environment, performing a variety of tasks safely and efficiently. The role offers a starting hourly wage of $20.63, requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and at least one year of industrial experience or an associate degree, and values reliability, safety awareness, and strong communication and computer skills.

Key focus areas include Perform assigned duties safely and efficiently throughout the extrusion plant., Operate and work around large moving vehicles and equipment., and Follow mill safety policies, wear required PPE, and participate in safety programs..

Important skills include Decision Making, Troubleshooting, Communication, Computer Skills, Safety Minded, and Highly Motivated.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Decision MakingTroubleshootingCommunicationComputer SkillsSafety MindedHighly MotivatedConscientiousTeam PlayerPositive Attitude

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentOne Year Industrial Experience or Associate Degree in Industrial OccupationTwo Year Industrial Experience or Associate Degree in Industrial Occupation

Full job description

We are seeking entry level Utility hourly labor positions for our Extrusion Plant in Silsbee, TX.

Starting Pay Rate: $20.63/HR

Shift: 12-hour rotating shift - days & nights with a 3-4-day work week

Job Summary

Performs assigned job duties in a safe and efficient manner within the extruder plant. Works anywhere in the plant as assigned. Required to work any hours as needed, including overtime, weekends, and holidays. Provides vacancy relief as needed.

Essential Functions

Heavy manufacturing facility which could involve standing, walking, working overhead, grasping, pulling, pushing, kneeling, shoveling, climbing stairs and ladders, bending and lifting throughout the shift. Requires safely operating and working around large moving vehicles and equipment. Must understand all mill safety policies and procedures, work in a safe and efficient manner at all times and wear required PPE, actively participate in the Mill's safety programs/processes, and be personally accountable for your own safety as well as your coworker's.

Minimum Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.

  • One (1) year industrial experience or an Associate Degree in an industrial occupation.

  • Reliable and dependable, and available to work rotating shifts and overtime as required.

  • Decision making and troubleshooting abilities, good communication and computer skills.

  • Must be safety minded, highly motivated, conscientious, and a good team player with a positive attitude.

Preferred Requirements

  • Two (2) year industrial experience or an Associate Degree in an industrial occupation.

Smurfit WestRock provides a highly competitive wage and benefits package.

If this sounds great to you and you think you fit in, please apply online at WestRock.com. We want to hear from you!

Smurfit WestRock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans.

Smurfit 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.

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.

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