Die Cut Assistant Operator - 3rd Shift

WestRock Company; South Brunswick, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Dayton, NJ seeks a Machine Operator for the 3rd shift (10pm-6am) to safely set up and run a flexographic press. You will perform make-ready, install rollers, plates, inks and dies, and keep the workspace clean and organized.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and 1–3 years of related experience, color vision tests, basic math and computer skills, and good attendance. Overtime may be required; a drug screen applies after offer and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1–3 years related experience.
• Read and understand safety rules and maintenance instructions.
• Color vision and color hue tests required.
• Basic arithmetic and reading comprehension.
• Proficient use of hand tools and basic computer skills.
• Good attendance and willingness to overtime as needed.
• Able to perform essential functions with/without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, maintain and operate a flexographic press.
• Conduct make ready by installing rollers, plates, inks and dies.
• Clean, lubricate and adjust equipment to maintain quality.
• Notify supervision of repairs or parts needs.
• Deliver finished material to correct areas and keep area safe and tidy.
• Assist with other printing processes and training as assigned.
• Follow LEAN principles and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Color vision

Basic math

Reading instructions

Hand tools

Basic computer skills

Attendance

Overtime willingness

Education

High school diploma or GED

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.

Title: Machine Operator

Location: Dayton NJ

Shift: 3rd (10pm-6am)

The opportunity

Primary job duties will include but not limited to safely perform a wide range of tasks supporting the manufacturing areas, production, conducting quality checks, material set-up, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

Essential Job Functions:

• Sets up, adjusts, maintains and operates a flexographic press.
• Conducts make ready by installing anilox rollers, plates, inks, and dies into the proper stations, making necessary adjustments for optimal print quality.
• Cleans, lubricates, and makes minor adjustments to maintain quality of production.
• Notifies supervision of needed repairs or replacement parts.
• Delivers finished material to proper manufacturing areas as required.
• Ensures that assigned equipment is properly maintained and in safe operating condition.
• Assists with other printing processes as needed and directed by supervision.
• Assists in training individuals and other team members as assigned.
• Understands all documents pertaining to the printing process and adheres to specification requirements.
• Complies with company policies, procedures, and core processes.
• Complies with established safety procedures and policies with the intent of maintaining a safe working environment.
• Keeps area clean and orderly.
• Supports, understands, and adheres to LEAN Principles and Rules by identifying, evaluating and resolving problems.
• Focuses on continuous improvement, quality, improved cycle times, safety, cost reductions, and customer satisfaction.
• Works with other departments and maintenance personnel on projects and/or validations.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or general education degree (G.E.D.)
• Must have 1 - 3 years' related experience.
• Must have the ability to write and read simple instructions.
• Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Must pass color vision and color hue tests.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must be able to perform basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Must have proficient skills in the use of hand tools.
• 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.

Physical Requirements

• Standing up to 8 hours per day and walking to and from various machines and locations throughout the facility.
• Ability to grasp objects with hands and fingers.
• Ability to repetitively bend and twist at trunk level.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Ability to crouch and/or kneel when required.
• Ability to navigate stairs, stand, walk, bend and kneel thorough the entire shift.

The starting rate is$24.21 per hour, depending on your role, level, and location. The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 5 days of paid vacation will be granted after 1 year of service, and 12 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your actual pay will be based on your work location and other factors, such as your skills, experience, and education.

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.