WestRock Company · 16 hours ago
Bindery Assistant
Hicksville, NY
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$17.47/hr - $17.47/hrWestRock Company is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. They are seeking a Bindery Assistant to assist with the movement of work-in-progress and finished products through the Bindery, supporting other operators with various tasks such as loading, unloading, and packing products while ensuring quality standards are met.
SustainabilityManufacturingLogisticsCommercialPackaging ServicesPaper Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Follows product flow instructions
Inspects product (labels, inserts, and glued out-serts) on all designated quality criteria throughout the production process, which includes proper labeling and glue alignment with control
Assembles and inspects trays and cartons at the beginning of each customer order
Receives and handles the finished product from the machine and into the trays, ensuring that all designated quality criteria have been met
Loads and catches the product on each machine type
Activates machinery which includes start up, glue system, bar code scanners, double sheet detectors, jam detectors, and missing print detectors
Reports machine problems and shuts off the machine in a timely manner when issues occur
Shrink wraps and packs the finished product and completes all necessary paperwork
Cross-trains on other functions as requested
Contributes to quality investigations when necessary
Interprets job ticket information and customer specifications to set up and run bindery equipment efficiently
Understands and respects responsibilities of working in an SOP and cGMP environment
Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with company safety rules, procedures, and regulations
Assists the operator in locating the product
Maintains records of daily production, using specified forms
Performs other job duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must be able to read a ruler
Must demonstrate basic computer knowledge
Must be able to learn quickly and adapt to change
Must be able to work well in a team environment
Must demonstrate knowledge of or ability to learn safety rules and procedures, and operating policies and procedures
Must be able to communicate effectively with others
Must be able to maintain good attendance
Must be willing to work overtime as needed; significant overtime may be required during busy periods
Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation
Preferred
Prior manufacturing experience is preferred
Benefits
Short-term bonus incentive
Health, dental and vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life and disability insurance programs
Paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law
10 days of paid vacation
11 days of paid holidays
Company
WestRock Company
Smurfit Westrock is the global leader of paper-based packaging solutions.
Founded in 1953
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2023-09-12Acquired
2015-07-02IPO
Leadership Team
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Samuel Shoemaker
President, Consumer Packaging
Recent News
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