Die Cut Assistant

Smurfit Westrock plc; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock plc is seeking a Die Cut Assistant in Ohio to train toward operating die cut machines. The role includes loading material, guiding substrate for warp/registration, and assisting with setup and safety.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and some machine operating experience. Overtime is required and the job emphasizes safety, quality, and meeting production goals.

Qualifications

• Must have basic reading comprehension of safety rules and operating instructions.
• Experience operating manufacturing equipment is preferred.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic and follow written procedures.

Responsibilities

• Push stock and off-load corrugated material from the machine.
• Feed corrugated blanks into the machine for the assigned job.
• Make adjustments for warp and registration of substrate.
• Set up feed and stripper sections of the die-cut machine.
• Mount and retrieve die plates and maintain machine cleanliness.
• Assist operator during training and during absences.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of equipment and work area.

Skills

Machine operation experience

Reading & interpreting safety rules

Basic math

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

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Shift: 3 rd

SUMMARY:

The Bobst Die Cut Assistant position is to prepare the individual to be a Die Cut Operator. This position will cross-train in all functions and tasks associated with running the die cut machines in our facility. To include but not limited to the tasks or positions of off bearer, feeder, and operator. The focus of this position is to learn and apply all knowledge and functional tasks necessary to run the die cut machines effectively and efficiently in order to maintain a safe working environment, good quality and to meet production goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

• 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
• Responsible for setting up the feed section and the stripper section of the machine
• The mounting and retrieving of die plates
• Overall quality and cleanliness of the machine
• Assist the operator on all aspects as required during training
• Fill in during the absence of the operator
• Responsible for the overall Safety and cleanliness of equipment and area.
• Work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Overtime is required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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 and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. May require the ability to write routine reports and correspondence. May require the ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have proficient Microsoft Office computer skills to include Outlook, Word and Excel.

Candidates are required to 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 other characteristics protected by state or federal law.