Offset Press Operator

Smurfit Westrock Company; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

WestRock in Hendersonville, NC is seeking a Press Operator to operate sheet-fed offset presses and perform setup, maintenance, and quality checks to meet customer specifications.

The role requires reading work orders, basic computer skills, and the ability to perform arithmetic, read rulers, and maintain accuracy. Overtime may be needed during busy periods.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Must have basic computer skills (data entry).
• Must have the ability to perform intermediate arithmetic including additions, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, fractions, ratios, etc.
• Must be able to read a ruler.
• Must be able to do accurate work.
• Must demonstrate effective decision-making skills.
• Must be able to self-manage time effectively.
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed; significant overtime may be required during busy periods.
• Must be able to maintain good attendance.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Operate various sheet-fed offset presses.
• Reads work orders to determine setup specifications and instructions.
• Starts machines and make trial runs to verify accuracy of machine setups.
• Observes and monitors machine operations to detect malfunctions and to determine whether adjustments are needed.
• Assures the image is registered from unit to unit and runs samples to make adjustments to assure print quality and color settings are in accordance with densitometer readings.
• Follows all standard operating procedures relevant to the job, position, and department.
• Performs routine adjustments during the press run and maintain quality throughout the run.
• Performs all assigned work effectively and on schedule.
• Accurately follows instructions.
• Maintains records of daily production, using specified forms.
• Records production information such as amount of time spent on specific tasks.
• Preserves and passes along customer artwork in clean and undamaged condition.
• Keeps work area neat and clean.
• Opens machines and removes/replaces damaged product, using hand tools.
• Performs daily/monthly maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading and interpreting documents

Basic computer skills

Arithmetic

Ruler reading

Time management

Attendance

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Career Opportunity

Responsible for the performance of manual and machine tasks in the setup, maintenance, and operation of sheet-fed offset presses to accurately produce product to customer specifications.

How you will impact WestRock:

• Operate various sheet-fed offset presses.
• Reads work orders to determine setup specifications and instructions.
• Starts machines and make trial runs to verify accuracy of machine setups.
• Observes and monitors machine operations to detect malfunctions and to determine whether adjustments are needed.
• Assures the image is registered from unit to unit and runs samples to make adjustments to assure print quality and color settings are in accordance with densitometer readings.
• Follows all standard operating procedures relevant to the job, position, and department.
• Performs routine adjustments during the press run and maintain quality throughout the run.
• Performs all assigned work effectively and on schedule.
• Accurately follows instructions.
• Maintains records of daily production, using specified forms.
• Records production information such as amount of time spent on specific tasks.
• Preserves and passes along customer artwork in clean and undamaged condition.
• Keeps work area neat and clean.
• Opens machines and removes/replaces damaged product, using hand tools.
• Performs daily/monthly maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

What you need to succeed:

• 1-3 years of printing experience preferred.
• Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Must have basic computer skills (data entry).
• Must have the ability to perform intermediate arithmetic including additions, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, fractions, ratios, etc.
• Must be able to read a ruler.
• Must be able to do accurate work.
• Must demonstrate effective decision-making skills.
• Must be able to self-manage time effectively.
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed; significant overtime may be required during busy periods.
• Must be able to maintain good attendance.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

What we offer:

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence.
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential.
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.