Die Maker

Smurfit Westrock•Conover, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Die Maker to prepare and maintain dies that support efficient production and high-quality packaging products. The role involves building, inspecting, repairing, and preparing dies to meet production schedules and customer requirements while complying with quality and safety standards. The work is hands-on and includes reviewing production schedules, interpreting blueprints, preparing tooling for upcoming jobs, evaluating tooling performance, making repairs and adjustments, and collaborating with production teams to improve efficiency and product quality. The position is located in Conover, North Carolina. The schedule is 7 a.m.–7 p.m., working four days on and four days off. Candidates must undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer and before starting employment. Relocation support is not available.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Experience working as a Die Maker in a die-cutting shop.
Ability to use and read basic measurement devices, including calculators, tape measures, rulers, and caliper gauges.
General mechanical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to operate pallet jacks.
Ability to read and follow detailed instructions, blueprints, and technical documentation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Basic computer skills.
Knowledge of carton manufacturing processes and quality requirements.
Ability to inspect and verify tooling accuracy and production readiness.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment and adhere to established safety requirements.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Prepare dies to support production schedules and customer requirements.
Review upcoming production schedules to ensure tooling readiness.
Read and interpret blueprints and specifications to build and modify dies accurately.
Calculate rule heights and scoring requirements for die construction.
Knife, clean, rubber, and nick dies to prepare them for production runs.
Operate die-making equipment, including an EX-Bender and manual bending equipment.
Inspect dies, die boards, counters, and steel plates received from suppliers for accuracy and quality.
Evaluate die performance and identify opportunities to improve production and efficiency.
Repair and maintain dies to support optimal production performance.
Assist with departmental reporting, data collection, and inventory-related activities.
Collaborate with management, technicians, and production teams to resolve issues and improve processes.
Maintain housekeeping and workplace organization standards established by management.
Follow quality, food safety, environmental, and workplace safety requirements.
Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.