Press Assistant

Press Assistant

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.

Hiring Immediately - Full Time

Press Assistant - Marion, NC

2nd & 3rd Shift

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
• 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 Press Assistant will assist in the efficient operation of the Printing Department and the organization of its holding areas. This position must learn to operate the Guillotine, Sheeter, Aerator, and learn the duties of the Press Operator C duties to function as a back-up team member when required.
• Move and organize stock in the holding areas.
• Pulls rolls for Sheeter
• Pulls in stock behind presses.
• Able to fill in for Sheeter Operator and Press Operator C.
• Will operate Guillotine when required.
• Fill out all appropriate documentation.
• Cleans up holding areas, Sheeter vicinity and guillotine area.
• Operate Aerator when required.
• Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies work procedures, safety rules, security procedures and instructions.
• Performs all duties according to established safety policy, including wearing all required PPEs to perform duties.
• This position will help keep department in specs within all 5S and SQF guidelines, and immediately report any food safety concerns to management.

What You Need to Succeed:

• 1- 2 years work-related experience in a manufacturing environment and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Good computer skills
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills
• The ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Good mathematical ability, including understanding of measurements.
• Ability to work in team environment.
• Ability to work without close supervision.
• Pass a color blindness test.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.