General Laborer

WestRock Company • Hodge, LA • 4d ago

Summary description:

The General Laborer is responsible for supporting the paper mill\u2019s production operations by performing a variety of manual tasks, ensuring equipment cleanliness, assisting machine operators, and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. This role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and adherence to safety protocols.

Primary accountabilities:

Assist in the overall operations of paper mill machinery and equipment under supervision.

Load and unload raw materials and finished products.

Maintain cleanliness of work areas, including sweeping, shoveling, and waste removal.

Monitor production processes and report any irregularities or equipment malfunctions.

Perform routine checks and minor maintenance tasks as directed.

Follow all safety guidelines, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Support other team members and departments as needed to meet production goals. initiatives.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Previous experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Ability to work 8 and/or 12-hour rotating shifts & overtime including nights, weekends & holidays.

Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.

Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

Behavior Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Safety - Includes following safety rules and regulations, working to create and maintain good housekeeping, knowledge and use of safety equipment, active participation in safety effort, attending safety meetings, confronting others regarding safety, reporting incidents and near misses, correcting unsafe conditions.

Composure - Is cool under pressure; does not become defensive or irritated when times are tough; is considered mature; can be counted on to hold things together during tough times; can handle stress; is not knocked off balance by the unexpected; doesn\u2019t show frustration when resisted or blocked; is a settling influence in a crisis.

Managing Diversity - Manages all kinds and classes of people equitably; deals effectively with all races, nationalities, cultures, disabilities, ages and both sexes; hires variety and diversity without regard to class, supports equal and fair treatment and opportunity for all.

Ethics and Values - Adheres to an appropriate (for the setting) and effective set of core values and beliefs during both good and bad times; acts in line with those values; rewards the right values and disapproves of others; practices what he/she preaches.

Integrity and Trust - Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual; can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner; keep confidences; admits mistakes; doesn\u2019t misrepresent him/herself for personal gain.

Listening - Practices attentive and active listening; has the patience to hear people out; can accurately restate the opinions of others even when he/she disagrees.

Written Communications - Is able to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication setting and styles; can get messages across that have the desired effect.

WHAT WE OFFER

Culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.

General Laborers start at $20.64/hr. with annual increase.

Union facility

Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.

Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and much more!

A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Shift differential pay

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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