Flexo Press Operator

About the role

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go‑to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

Schedule

3rd Shift: Monday‑Thursday, 6 pm – 4 am

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate a flexographic Mark Andy press.
• Work under minimum supervision.
• Perform a variety of semi‑complex or critical tasks where overall quality and/or quantity can seriously affect various manufacturing operations or costs.
• Locate and correct machine malfunctions.
• Clean, lubricate, and make minor adjustments to maintain quality of production.
• Notify supervision of needed repairs or replacement parts.
• Deliver finished material to proper manufacturing areas as required.
• Ensure that assigned equipment is properly maintained and in safe operating condition.
• Assist with other printing processes as needed and as directed by supervision.
• Assist in training individuals and other team members as assigned.
• Understand all documents pertaining to the printing process and adhere to specification requirements.
• Comply with company policies, procedures, and core processes.
• Comply with established safety procedures and policies with the intent of maintaining a safe working environment.
• Support ISO 14001 certification effort.
• Keep area clean and orderly.
• Support, understand, and adhere to LEAN Principles and Rules by identifying, evaluating, and resolving problems.
• Focus on continuous improvement, quality, improved cycle times, safety, cost reductions, and customer satisfaction.
• Work with other departments and maintenance personnel on projects and validations.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years’ experience as press operator or operator trainee.
• Ability to write and read simple instructions and effectively present information to others.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Basic mathematical skills including the ability to calculate sums, differences, and percentages.
• Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, etc.
• Ability to operate a fax and copy machine.
• Ability to answer the telephone and provide information/assistance to customers.
• Ability to establish, maintain, and retrieve permanent files.
• Proficient skills in the use of hand tools.
• Ability to maintain good attendance.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must 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 any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.