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Fiber Quality Lab Technician

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Smurfit Westrock

West Point, VA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/22/2026

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Job Description

Smurift WestRock is one of North America's leading manufacturers of paperboard, containerboard, consumer and corrugated packaging and one of the world's largest paper recyclers, with annualized net sales of approximately $10 billion. Over the years, Smurfit WestRock has outpaced its peers in revenues, profitability, EBITDA and stock price. We've done this by creating and following a bold strategy of exceeding our customers' expectations every time, creating long-term shareholder value and encouraging and rewarding employee excellence. We are seeking a Fiber Quality Lab Technician to be located at West Point, VA. The FQLT will work in the fiber quality lab and wood yard and perform the following tasks: Collect and test wood chip samples for thickness, length, bark content, and moisture content Perform routine cleaning and calibration of chip classifier Assist the technical and forestry departments as needed May be required to travel offsite to assist in sample collection This position is scheduled for 40 hours per week across five days, with flexibility to work additional overtime hours as business needs require.
Qualifications:
Ability to climb conveyors, stairs and vertical ladders. Ability to lift and carry loads up to 50 lbs. Ability to work outdoors and in hot environments.
Computer proficiency:
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) May be required to work overtime. Position Requirements (1) Minimum of high school diploma or GED required, 2-year degree or higher preferred (2) Must comply with all safety regulations and practices (3) ISO experience preferred