Equipment Operator

WestRock Company • Livingston, AL • 1w ago

The Opportunity:

This position is responsible to the Rooster Bridge Chip Mill Manager and/or Shift Leader for performing specified duties as assigned. Is responsible for complying with methods, procedures, safety rules and regulations where such have been established for the performance of the employees\u2019 duties.

How you will impact Smurfit WestRock:

Work as a member of the chip yard crew, which is responsible for all operations, lubrication, housekeeping, inspections and ground maintenance involved in the handling, storage, and processing of wood to produce chips.

Will work with maintenance personnel when not operating to help gain knowledge and understanding of the operation and its equipment.

Perform any duties relating to functions for which the crew is responsible.

Provide guidance and direction to other crew members when necessary.

Perform preventative maintenance and minor repair of equipment and tools as needed.

Operate various pieces of heavy equipment, including but not limited to log crane, chipper, knuckle boom, skid steer and frontend loaders.

Install/Uninstall water pipes around yard to keep wood piles wet.

Operate small equipment, including but not limited to clean-up tractors, trucks, boom truck, push mower and other small equipment to maintain the chip yard.

Clean grounds and buildings to maintain an organized work environment. Includes sweeping, mopping, wiping counters, and mowing grassy areas.

Must be able to exert 10-70 lbs. of force, climb stairs more than 20 feet.

What you need to succeed:

Must have basic computer skills.

Must have a willingness to cross-train on the various equipment at the mill site.

1 to 2 years of training provided on-the-job or may be obtained through satisfactory pre-employment experience.

Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalency diploma.

Must be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out verbal/written instructions.

Must be able to understand/apply safety rules/guidelines as they pertain to company standards.

Must be able to perform basic calculations.

Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.

Must be actively engaged in safety meetings and safety programs.

What we offer:

Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence

Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities

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 safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

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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