Press Operator - Military Veterans
at Smurfit Westrock
Description & Requirements
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.
Job Responsibilities:
- Review and understand job tickets to determine size and quantity of sheets required and understand the appropriate ink colors to use
- Verifies with the second pressman that the ink supplied matches the ink / customer specs
- Adjust printing units for proper control and register
- Mounts plates on the press
- Makes the necessary ink and water adjustments on the press
- Understands the controls of the console and auxiliary controls for the operating systems
- Direct and perform maintenance on the equipment
- Continually checks quality of work to ensure customer specs are met
- Completes production and quality reports
- Direct crew for optimum production, quality and safety
- Perform other duties assigned by manager, supervisor or lead
Job Requirements:
- Previous printing press experience
- Good communication and attention to detail skills
- Ability to lift 25 lbs. regularly, 50 lbs. occasionally, 75 lbs. rarely
- Stand for at least 8 hours a day
- Work overtime to cover vacation and/or absences
- Bend, twist, kneel throughout shift
- Use densitometer and know how to read it
- Use hands to grasp, pull and push
- Work at or below shoulder level
Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit 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.
Mebane, NC
“The people of WestRock are what differentiate us in the marketplace and will help us become the premier provider of packaging around the world.” —Steve Voorhees, CEO This is an exciting time at WestRock, a leading provider of differentiated paper and packaging solutions. We believe that Packaging Matters™ in building trust, influencing purchasing, and educating consumers, and we apply that belief to every project. Our strong foundation of talented, motivated experts provide customers with sustainable paper and packaging solutions around the world. Working together, we have a tremendous opportunity to define our company culture, grow our business and provide long-term solutions for our employees. With such an expansive operation, we can offer you a challenging and rewarding career opportunity.