Mounter Apprentice

Smurfit-Westrock; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Mounter Trainee for the 2nd shift to support flexographic production. The role focuses on setting up and operating the mounter to help ensure smooth press runs.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and good attendance. Overtime is expected during busy periods; a drug screening is required after a conditional offer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.
• Good attendance.
• Willing to work overtime as needed; overtime may be significant.
• Ability to perform all essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Basic computer skills

Arithmetic

Reading safety rules

Attendance

Overtime willingness

Ability to read/interpret documents

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.

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

Q UALIFICATIONS:

• 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, m ultiplication, 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.