Career Opportunity:

WestRock currently has entry-level production openings at our Delaware Water Gap paper mill, that produces coated paperboard from recycled products.

These entry level positions involve doing general labor around the mill, including picking up paper, operating forklifts, handling chemicals, cleaning, etc. Must be able to carry/lift 50 lbs. Candidates with previous experience operating fork trucks or other mobile equipment are preferred, but that experience is not necessary for consideration. We operate on a rotating shift, and membership in the Union is required after 60 days.

Shift: Southern Swing

• Week 1:

• Saturday through Friday on 1st shift 7am - 3pm. Off for 4 days.

• Week 2:

• Wednesday through Tuesday on 3rd shift 11pm - 7am. Off for 2 days.

• Week 3:

• Friday through Thursday on 2nd shift 3pm - 11pm. Off for 1 day.

Starting Pay: $24.76/hr.

How you will impact WestRock:

• Ability to safely operate various manufacturing equipment, follow specific directions, operate power hand tools, and other duties as assigned.

• Ability to read a tape measure (to 1/16" measurement) and basic math and computer skills.

• Performs inspections on various equipment for proper operation and report questionable conditions.

• Performs various housekeeping, cleaning, and organizing functions with minimal supervision to ensure areas are clean and free from debris.

• Prioritizes work and takes appropriate action to ensure paper machine remains operational.

• Forklift and skid steer experience is preferred

• Roll finishing (banding, labeling, sorting)

• Loading trucks with finished product

• Unloading bales from wastepaper truck

What you need to succeed:

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Strong commitment to working safe, good communication skills, a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong desire to learn manufacturing processes and operating complex machinery and have a desire to advance within the company.

• Industrial manufacturing experience is preferred.

• Ability to work safely, comply with all safety rules, lift, push or pull >50lbs, navigate stairs, stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout the entire shift.

WestRock (NYSE:WRK) partners with our customers to provide differentiated paper and packaging solutions that help them win in the marketplace. WestRock's team members support customers around the world from locations spanning North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Learn more at www.westrock.com.

WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. WestRock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.