Press Assistant

Smurfit Westrock • Marion, NC

53d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the efficient operation of the Printing Department
• Move and organize stock in the holding areas
• Pull rolls for Sheeter
• Pull in stock behind presses
• Fill in for Sheeter Operator and Press Operator C
• Operate Guillotine when required
• Fill out all appropriate documentation
• Clean up holding areas, Sheeter vicinity and guillotine area
• Operate Aerator when required
• Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies work procedures, safety rules, security procedures and instructions
• Perform all duties according to established safety policy, including wearing all required PPEs to perform duties
• Help keep department in specs within all 5S and SQF guidelines, and immediately report any food safety concerns to management

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Paper Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees