Assistant Mounter

Smurfit Westrock; Lithia Springs (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Very competitive wage

Vacation time

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401K plan with company match

Annual incentive program

Attendance bonuses

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a plate preparation technician to set up, clean, laminate, and mount plate material for Flexographic printing. The role involves trimming plates, maintaining mounting equipment, and coordinating with the press team to ensure quality while following safety policies.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and the ability to perform arithmetic and read safety rules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Good attendance is required.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to perform all essential functions with/without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Sets up plate material on mounting machine using coordinates.
• Clean and laminate plate material.
• Mount plate material onto belt material to run on Flexographic press.
• Prepare and trim plates to maintain production quality.
• Maintain mounting equipment and work areas for safety and cleanliness.
• Remove and mount plates as needed and manage storage.
• Monitor production schedule to determine mounting needs.
• Assist press operators with adjustments on the press.
• Support other printing processes as directed by supervision.
• Complete required job documentation and inspections.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Basic arithmetic

Reading safety rules

Attendance

Overtime willingness

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

The Opportunity

Perform the necessary duties of plate preparation to ensure Flexographic jobs can be run on the press.

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock

• Sets up plate material on mounting machine using coordinates.
• Clean and laminate plate material.
• Mount plate material onto belt material to be able to run on Flexographic press.
• Properly prepare and trim plates to adjust and maintain quality of production.
• Cleans and maintains mounting equipment (tables, belt mounter, etc.) along with general common areas.
• Removes and mounts plates when needed.
• Bring down mounting jobs using mechanical roll mover and wrap mounting jobs for storage.
• Notifies supervision of needed repairs or replacement parts.
• Oversee the production schedule to determine what jobs need to be mounted.
• Assists the press operator with any adjustments that are needed for the jobs on the press.
• Assists with other printing processes as needed and as directed by supervision.
• Complies with established safety procedures and policies.
• Complete required job documentation.
• Performs all plate inspections to ensure quality and continued use of plates.
• Performs and reviews line clearance.
• Removes waste from the mounting area.
• Works with other departments and maintenance personnel on projects and/or validations.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

What you need to succeed

• Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must have the ability to perform basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Must be able to maintain good attendance.
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed; significant overtime may be required during busy periods.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

OTHER

• We focus on career development and internal promotions. Extensive OSHA safety and other training programs.
• Responsible for the overall Safety, Quality and cleanliness of equipment and area. Work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Annual set shift schedules working 12-hour shifts.
• Very competitive wage
• benefit packages which include vacation time
• health insurance
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• 401K plan with company match
• annual incentive program
• attendance bonuses

What we offer

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

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