Job Information
Smurfit Westrock Loader Operator in Portland, Oregon
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Load/Unload trailers in a safe manner
Material grading
Placing processed material into inventory storage
Monitor bale weights
Complete all appropriate paperwork
Perform pre-shift forklift inspection
Perform routine preventive maintenance
Maintains a basic knowledge of operations and procedures in all production departments.
Maintain safe and clean work environment
Completes all assigned trainings.
Active participant in the Health and Safety programs of WestRock
Performs other job duties as needed.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Loader Operator):
Operating the loader as trained, assessed, and according to operators\u2019 manual
Keeping belts full of material with a level load.
Monitoring the material for contaminants; removing as needed
Organizing work area (tip floor) to keep materials separate by grade and allow material drop offs by customers to be completed in a safe, timely and efficient manner.
Communicate and work with the baler concerning changes in material flow (material, wet, size differences, heavy flow, grade changes, etc.). Let baler operator know what is coming to help minimize bale problems.
Communicate and work with other loader operators, lift truck operators, and pedestrians due to shared workspace and responsibilities.
Monitor customer movement in tipping areas, docks, and in plant to maximize safe conditions for both employees and customers
Complete paperwork as required
General Responsibilities
Proficient and diverse skills on a lift truck and loader
Maintenance Responsibilities:
Daily maintenance check performed, paperwork filled, signed-off out and turned in.
Operator must blow out or vacuum the engine, radiator, and intake filters daily, and is responsible for cleanliness of the cab and windows. If cleaning materials are needed see maintenance or supervisor.
Housekeeping Responsibilities:
- Perform housekeeping duties in accordance with operation housekeeping plan
QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to meet physical demands below (or accommodated demands)
Ability to communicate task and safety information appropriately
Completion of a WestRock Loader Operator Training program (written materials)
Completion of on-the-job-training for equipment specific tasks, with any corresponding documentation
Documented assessment by a certified training instructor
High school diploma or G.E.D. is strongly preferred
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.
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.