Precision Die Maker — Packaging Tooling & Maintenance

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

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Conover, NC is seeking a Die Maker to build, inspect, and repair dies, ensuring alignment with production schedules and quality standards.

This hands-on role requires mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and teamwork with production staff to drive efficiency and safety.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and be able to read blueprints and use basic measurement tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Ability to use basic measurement devices (calipers, tape measures).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Prepare dies to support production schedules and customer requirements.
• Review upcoming production schedules for tooling readiness.
• Read and interpret blueprints to build and modify dies.
• Calculate rule heights and scoring for die construction.
• Knife, clean, rubber, and nick dies for production.
• Inspect dies and tooling for accuracy and quality.
• Collaborate with teams to improve processes.
• Maintain housekeeping and safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Caliper gauges

Measurement devices

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Blueprints

Calipers

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Conover, NC is seeking a Die Maker to build, inspect, and repair dies, ensuring alignment with production schedules and quality standards.

This hands-on role requires mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and teamwork with production staff to drive efficiency and safety.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and be able to read blueprints and use basic measurement tools.