Cutting Assistant

Hiring Immediately - Full Time

Cutting Assistant - Hendersonville, NC

2nd and 3rd shift available

What we offer:

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits available immediately

• 401K with company match

• 80 hours of Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Holidays

• Other benefits such as company paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability, Tuition Assistance and more

• Annual Reimbursement for Safety Shoes up to $150

• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities

• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

The Opportunity:

The Cutting Assistant is responsible for locking up tooling used in Die Cutting Operation. Will be required to assist on cutter make readies/runs along with relieving cutter operators for breaks and/or vacations. Assist with jogging board, operating baler, working TRA and other duties assigned. Will be required to advance to a cutter operator position when one becomes available that they are qualified for.

• Maintain WIP and tolling based on production schedule.

• Maintain cleanliness of the department.

• Assist TRA as needed

• Assist on M/Rs and startups

What you need to succeed:

• Must have high school diploma or G.E.D.

• Must be able to read and understand work schedule

• Will train on line clearance, scanner set-up, and documentation.

• Full understanding of Cutting Assistant Grade 1 role.

• Basic PC skills

• Basic mechanical skills.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

• Good communication skills.

• Ability to work with little supervision.

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Good mathematical ability, including good understanding of measurements.

• Must comply with all plant and corporate policies.

• This position will keep department in specs within all 5S and SQF guidelines and immediately report any food safety concerns to management.

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 safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

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.