WestRock Company · 1 day ago
Entry Level Technician
Syracuse, NY
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$23.77/hr - $28.31/hrSmurfit Westrock is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions, and they are seeking an Entry Level Technician at their Solvay NY location. The role focuses on supporting the operations of the mill, with responsibilities including safety compliance, inspection of trailers, and assisting with inventory and paper machine operations.
CommercialManufacturingPackaging ServicesPaper ManufacturingSustainability
Responsibilities
Knows and follows all safety, warehouse, and ISO policies/procedures
Inspects trailers for damage – inside/outside, prior to loading finished rolls of paper
Places jack stands and chocks in appropriate positions on parked trailers
Sweeps out railcars and trailers thoroughly
Makes sure packing material (dunnage) is available to keep rolls of paper in position while traveling
Makes sure finished paper rolls have correct placement and tightness of shipping bands to secure roll for traveling
Reviews customs and shipping paperwork
Outbound scaling / controlling dock activity (live loads, drop loads)
Communicates with spotters at beginning of each shift on what trailers are needed
Back-up scale admin for each shift
Corrects hold tags and reassigns rolls
Assists with physical inventory
Secures railcar and trailer loads
Enters drop loads into CMS
Helps with the paper machines during unplanned downtime
Starch unloading
Utilizes various computer programs
Conducts proper shift relief
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent and previous work experience
Ability to successfully train and advance in the pay-for-skills environment
Safety and quality-conscious work habits
Above average written and verbal communication skills
Effective interpersonal and team skills
Must be computer literate with good understanding of Microsoft products and email
Ability to climb stairs, lift 40 pounds unaided, read, respond to Mill signs & information systems, hear/respond to Mill paging systems, alarm, and warning systems
Tolerance for heat/humidity (summer months) & cold (winter months) environments
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
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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
2026-01-09
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