Die Utility

Smurfit-Westrock; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive training

Safety-focused culture

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Lansing, MI is seeking a stock and die support associate for the Carton Department. You will ensure timely availability and movement of materials and dies to maintain efficient production operations.

Responsibilities include coordinating with production staff, stocking board, and maintaining supplies while upholding safety and quality standards. A high school diploma or GED and basic math skills are required; forklift Level 2 certification is possible to obtain on site.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Must have ability to perform basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Must be able to maintain good attendance and willingness to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Washes pans and other press tools.
• Cycles waste gaylords.
• Supplies carton presses with board stock.
• Maintains supplies for presses (e.g., rags, solvents).
• Work safely and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Basic arithmetic

Attendance

Overtime willingness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation (Level 2)

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.

The Opportunity

Provides stock and die support for the Carton Department by ensuring the timely availability, organization, and movement of materials and dies necessary to maintain efficient production operations. Responsible for monitoring stock levels, staging materials for production, locating and distributing dies as needed, and coordinating with production personnel to minimize downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Washes pans and other press tools
• Cycles waste gaylords
• Supplies carton presses with board stock
• Maintains supplies for presses (i.e., rags, solvents, etc.)
• Work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Performs other job duties as assigned

What You Need to Succeed

• Preferred high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Preferred six months’ work experience.
• Must be able to read and comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Must have ability to obtain Level 2 fork truck license, but doesn’t have to have a license already.
• Must be able to perform basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Must be able to maintain good attendance.
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

What We Offer

• A workplace culture built on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing opportunities to learn and grow.
• Competitive compensation based on experience, skills, and performance.
• A career with a global packaging leader where Safety, Sustainability, and Inclusion are foundational to daily operations.

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.