Die Cut Apprentice: Learn & Lead in Packaging

Smurfit Westrock

Olde West Chester (OH)

On-site

USD 29,000 - 36,000

Full time

13 days ago
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Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Ohio (Olde West Chester) is seeking a Die Cut Assistant on the 3rd shift to learn and support the Die Cut Operator. The role includes cross-training across die cut processes and maintaining safe, efficient production.

Key duties include feeding stock, setting up feed/stripper, mounting die plates, and helping ensure quality and cleanup. Candidates should have a high school diploma and prior machine operating experience; die cut experience is a plus.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED minimum.
  • Previous machine operating experience required.
  • Previous die cut experience preferred but not required.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and manuals.
  • Proficient Microsoft Office skills including Outlook, Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

  • Pushing stock, stacking and off-loading corrugated material from the machine.
  • Feeding corrugated blanks into the machine for the job it is designed to run.
  • Make necessary adjustments to substrate for warp and registration.
  • Setting up the feed section and the stripper section of the machine.
  • Mounting and retrieving die plates.
  • Maintain overall quality and cleanliness of the machine.
  • Assist the operator on all aspects during training.
  • Fill in during the absence of the operator.
  • Maintain safety and cleanliness of equipment and area.
  • Work safely and in accordance with company policies; overtime required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Machine operating
Safety awareness
Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Die cut machines
Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Ohio (Olde West Chester) is seeking a Die Cut Assistant on the 3rd shift to learn and support the Die Cut Operator. The role includes cross-training across die cut processes and maintaining safe, efficient production.

Key duties include feeding stock, setting up feed/stripper, mounting die plates, and helping ensure quality and cleanup. Candidates should have a high school diploma and prior machine operating experience; die cut experience is a plus.

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