Machine Operator Assistant Jobs in South Bend, IN

Our Food Service Packaging plant facility in Plymouth, IN is seeking a Machine Assistant Operator to join our team in the Corrugated Department. 

Location: 1000 Pidco Drive, Plymouth, IN 46563

Currently Hiring on the below shifts:

• Nights, 6 pm - 6 am, Monday - Thursday (1 Friday a month)
• Days, 6 am - 6 pm, 3 on/2 off/2 on/3 off

The starting rate is $21.36/hr. Plus Nights Shift Differential - $1.00/ an hour.

Smurfit WestRock will be a company where each of us genuinely belongs, is respected, and valued, and can do our best work, and where diversity, inclusion and equity are competitive advantages.

The Bobst Assistant supports the Bobst Operator and the department by performing inspections of finished products. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. 

How you will impact WestRock:

• Follow all safety procedures and promote safety & safety programs throughout the facility.
• Maintain full compliance of all GMPs.
• Maintain housekeeping excellence in accordance with Golden Broom Program.
• Participate and ensure department is compliant with YUM! /SQF audit regulations.
• Ability to read and understand product specification sheets.
• Inspect finished product to ensure quality specifications are being adhered to by performing.
• all departmental quality checks and accurately document same.
• Accurately identify and prepare completed material for movement to the next operation.
• Accurately and thoroughly fill out daily production records and enter in the computer system.
• Participate in product make readies as directed by Bobst Operator
• Demonstrate a progressive learning process of the corrugated die cutting process with full.
• intent to become a Bobst Operator.
• Demonstrate consistent ability to relieve the Bobst Operator in a temporary capacity.
• Participate in daily and weekly PMs as directed by BOBST Operator.
• Ability to record safety or mechanical concerns to maintenance through Maintenance.
• Work Order Process

What you need to succeed:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position.
• Prior work experience in a corrugated manufacturing plan.
• Must have experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Forklift License
• In-depth knowledge of company and customer quality and quantity expectations.
• Knowledge of safety, health, and requirements and applicable programs.
• Ability to effectively manage time.
• Demonstrate ability to organize information.
• Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and peripherals.
• Telephone
• Will be exposed to some dusty and noisy conditions periodically.
• Must be able to work with other personnel in meeting production goals.
• Must be flexible on shift. Must successfully pass pre-employment screenings, drug test, and criminal background check.

What we offer:

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential.
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Benefits:

Day One Benefits package that includes.

·        Medical (includes Domestic Partner Coverage)

o   Prescription Coverage

o   Wellness Invective Program

Rewards up to $600/employee & $400/spouse per year

·        Dental (includes Domestic Partner Coverage)

·        Vision (includes Domestic Partner Coverage)

·        Employer Paid Life Insurance 2x your Annual Rate

o   Optional Voluntary Life Insurance

o   Optional Spouse Life Insurance

o   Optional Children Life Insurance

·        Short Term and Long-Term Disability

·        401k Up to 5% company match and an additional 2.5 % of your prior year earnings deposited into your account the following January, possible total of 12.5%.

·        Paid Vacation after 30 days UP to 80 hours of vacation in your First Year of Employment

·        Paid Holiday Up to 11 Paid Holidays including your Birthday

·        Safety Engagement Incentive

o   $75 Quarterly incentive and $125 year end incentive

·        Eligibly for Promotions

·        Employee Discounts (car purchases, household appliances, office products/computers, hotel stay/car rentals, entertainment tickets, relocation/home mortgage, etc.)

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

Hiring Immediately!

If you have one or more of the above skills, we encourage you to apply!

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