Die Cutter Operator – Production Support & Growth Path

Smurfit Westrock; Marion, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Die Cutter Operator in Marion, NC. The role entails locking up tooling for die cutting, assisting on cutter make readies and runs, and relieving others for breaks. Candidates will advance to a cutter operator position as openings arise and qualification allows.

Responsibilities include maintaining WIP, keeping the area clean, assisting with line clearance and documentation, and following all safety and quality procedures within 5S and SQF guidelines.

Qualifications

• Reads and follows work schedules.
• Will train on line clearance, scanner set-up, and documentation.
• Understands Cutting Assistant Grade 1 role.
• Demonstrates basic PC skills.
• Shows basic mechanical skills.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Works with minimal supervision.
• Works well in a team environment.
• Good math skills and measurements understanding.
• Follows plant and corporate policies.
• Maintains 5S and SQF compliance and reports food safety concerns.

Responsibilities

• Maintain WIP and tooling based on production schedule.
• Keep department clean and organized.
• Assist TRA as needed.
• Assist on make reads/runs and startups.
• Relieve cutter operators for breaks/vacations.
• Potentially advance to cutter operator when qualified.

Skills

Reading schedules

Line clearance training

Cutting Assistant Grade 1 knowledge

PC skills

Mechanical skills

Following instructions

Independence

Teamwork

Measurement math

Policy compliance

Food safety reporting

Education

Basic training on line clearance

Job description

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Die Cutter Operator in Marion, NC. The role entails locking up tooling for die cutting, assisting on cutter make readies and runs, and relieving others for breaks. Candidates will advance to a cutter operator position as openings arise and qualification allows.

Responsibilities include maintaining WIP, keeping the area clean, assisting with line clearance and documentation, and following all safety and quality procedures within 5S and SQF guidelines.