Mounter Apprentice

Smurfit Westrock; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Chattanooga, TN, seeks a Mounter Trainee to support plate preparation for Flexographic jobs. You will learn to set up and operate the mounter, prep machines for production, and assist in maintenance and safety practices.

You will participate in on-the-job training, troubleshoot issues, and help ensure quality while adhering to safety standards. Overtime may be required and strong attendance is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic arithmetic skills expected.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and operating instructions.
• Willingness to work overtime during busy periods.
• Must maintain good attendance.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions with/without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Learn to set up and operate the mounter.
• Learn the skills necessary to operate assigned machinery.
• Prep machine for next production run.
• Evaluate production quality; raise concerns to supervisor.
• Assist in training other mounter personnel.
• Troubleshoot production issues that may arise.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of equipment and area.
• Work safely and efficiently per company policies.
• Overtime is required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mounter operation

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Basic computer skills

Basic arithmetic

Reading safety manuals

Attendance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description & Requirements

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.

Mounter Trainee - Chattanooga Manufacturing

Shift: 2nd

GENERAL PURPOSE

Perform the necessary duties of plate preparation to ensure Flexographic jobs can be run on the press.

Essential Job Functions

• Learn to set up and operate mounter.


• Learning the skills necessary to operate assigned machinery.


• Responsible for prepping machine for the next production run.


• Evaluate production quality; bring concerns to the appropriate supervisor.


• Assist in training other mounter personnel.


• Troubleshoot production issues that may arise.


• 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

• Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D.


• Must have basic computer skills.


• Must have the ability to perform basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.


• Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.


• 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.

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.