Offset Press Operator

Smurfit Westrock; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Comprehensive training

Competitive compensation

Safety, Sustainability & Inclusion

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking an employee in Lansing, MI to perform general hand and table work, loading and taking off, and operating small finishing machines while ensuring quality checks.

The role requires basic IT skills, the ability to read and understand instructions, and the capability to count and measure. The position includes comprehensive training and opportunities to grow within a global packaging leader that values safety and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• Must demonstrate mechanical aptitude.
• Must be able to write and speak simple sentences.
• Must be able to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondences, and memos.

Responsibilities

• Operates small finishing machines.
• Hand strips and performs general table work.
• Trains new employees on all aspects of the job.
• Operates printing computers for carton labels.
• Reads and follows SOPs for job.
• Maintains a clean work environment.
• Maintains quality in our products.
• Performs minor maintenance and repairs on the small machines.
• Reads and follows directions on job tickets.
• Counts product to ensure accuracy.
• Distinguishes color to ensure accuracy in quality.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math

Reading comprehension

Color vision

PC skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Printing computers

Job description

The Opportunity

Perform general hand and table work, including loading and taking off and packing of finishing machines, operating small finishing machines and performing periodic quality checks.

Key Responsibilities

• Operates small finishing machines.
• Hand strips and performs general table work.
• Trains new employees on all aspects of the job.
• Operates printing computers for carton labels.
• Reads and follows SOP's for job.
• Maintains a clean work environment.
• Maintains quality in our products.
• Performs minor maintenance and repairs on the small machines.
• Reads and follows directions on job tickets.
• Counts product to ensure accuracy.
• Distinguishes color to ensure accuracy in quality.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

What You Need to Succeed

• Must have high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Must demonstrate mechanical aptitude.
• Must be able to write and speak simple sentences.
• Must have the ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondences, and memos.
• Must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Must have the ability to count and measure.
• Must be able to perform basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Must have basic personal computer skills.
• Must be able to maintain good attendance.
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed.
• Must pass color vision test and color hue tests.
• 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.