Offset Press Operator - Quality, Safety & Efficiency

Smurfit Westrock; Mebane (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Competitive compensation

Sustainability & inclusion

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking an Offset Press Operator to oversee printing press operations, ensure safety and efficiency, and verify customer specifications throughout production. You will set up jobs, adjust units, monitor quality, and lead the press crew to maximize productivity and adherence to standards.

Responsibilities include reviewing tickets, confirming ink specs, mounting plates, and maintaining output quality while completing documentation and ensuring a safe, compliant work

Qualifications

• Previous printing press operating experience required.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to use a densitometer and accurately interpret readings.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally up to 50 pounds, and rarely up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Review job tickets to determine production requirements and customer expectations.
• Verify inks match approved specifications in partnership with the Second Pressman.
• Adjust printing units to maintain control, registration, and print quality.
• Mount printing plates and prepare press for production runs.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspect output quality against specs.
• Direct press crew to maximize productivity, quality, and safety.
• Complete production reports and related records accurately.

Skills

Printing press operation

Communication skills

Densitometer reading

Physical ability

Quality inspection

Job description

Smurfit Westrock is seeking an Offset Press Operator to oversee printing press operations, ensure safety and efficiency, and verify customer specifications throughout production. You will set up jobs, adjust units, monitor quality, and lead the press crew to maximize productivity and adherence to standards.

Responsibilities include reviewing tickets, confirming ink specs, mounting plates, and maintaining output quality while completing documentation and ensuring a safe, compliant work