J & L Folder Gluer Stacker

About the Role

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a J&L Folder Gluer Stacker for a full-time, hourly, onsite position on the 1st shift in Houston North. This role supports the operation of a folder gluer machine to produce high-quality corrugated packaging.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the setup, operation, and cleanup of folder gluer equipment for safe, efficient, and high-quality production.
• Assist in achieving production targets by maximizing machine uptime, operating efficiency, and equipment utilization.
• Monitor product quality and address defects to meet customer specifications.
• Minimize waste through efficient use of materials, adhesives, and production resources.
• Participate in preventive maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability.
• Troubleshoot issues and maintain reliable equipment performance with operators, supervisors, and maintenance teams.
• Accurately complete production, safety, quality, and operational documentation.
• Assist with training and cross-training efforts.
• Contribute ideas and recommendations to improve safety, quality, productivity, and scheduling performance.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, housekeeping, and company standards, supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Align with Smurfit Westrock's values of safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and follow production instructions, work orders, and factory masters.
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment and comply with all safety procedures.
• Ability to lift, move, and handle materials as required.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work assigned schedules, including overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• 1 – 3 years of previous experience in a manufacturing or converting environment.
• 1 year of experience operating or assisting with folder gluer, finishing, printing, or corrugated production equipment.
• Prior experience within the corrugated packaging industry is preferred.
• Six (6) or more months of experience in press, finishing, or related production departments.
• Six (6) or more months of experience as a manufacturing helper or machine assistant.
• Experience participating in training, continuous improvement, or process optimization initiatives.