LONGVIEW WASHINGTON - BOX PLANT

WestRock has a corrugated box manufacturing plant in Longview WA. The Plant operates 24 hours/day, 5-7 days/week as needed to meet production. WestRock is currently hiring entry-level Production workers. WestRock's new employees immediately embark on a path to career growth into a machine assistant or machine operator position (other opportunities also available in Shipping and Maintenance). Not only is progressing to a higher position available, it is required! Therefore, WestRock is seeking candidates with the potential and versatility to work in a variety of positions throughout the Plant.

Schedule: Full Time, Monday thru Friday; mandatory overtime, as needed.

Hourly Wage: The starting rate is $20.71/hour.

Qualities we look for:

• Focused on the safety of self and others
• Takes pride in a job well done
• High sense of urgency
• Proven reliability (Exceptional punctuality and attendance record)
• Positive attitude; eager to learn, grow and contribute

Operations/Manufacturing

What you need to succeed:

• General mechanical ability.
• Solid computer skills, including the ability to efficiently navigate through program screens.
• Ability to work in a very fast paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to learn quickly with on-the-job training.
• Possess strong reasoning and problem-solving skills, to reduce machine downtime and quickly address problems.
• Possess strong attention to quality and detail.
• A commitment to alerting the management team when safety, quality, or other production issues arise.
• Ability to read and understand production specifications.
• Ability to accurately measure using the US standard measurement system.
• Willing and able to work mandatory overtime, including extended weekday hours, and Saturdays.
• Willing and able to work any shift 1st, 2nd, or 3rd.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, in the English language.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs regularly
• Ability to lift and transfer up to 10 lbs frequently
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to withstand prolonged exposure to high heat and humidity indoors, during the summer months

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.