Press Assistant - Nights

Smurfit Westrock; Chattanooga, Northern (TN, KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K with company match

Annual incentive program

Attendance bonuses

Vacation time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a Press Assistant in Chattanooga to support multicolor flexographic printing operations. You will assist with setup, changes, and maintenance on a 12-hour night shift after initial on-the-job training on the first shift, ensuring efficient make-readies and smooth production flow.

The role requires basic computer skills, ability to read production documents, and willingness to work overtime during busy periods.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic and read/interpret documents.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, maintain, and operate a flexographic press.
• Assist with material changeovers and ensure correct materials for production.
• Support press operators with maintenance and quality checks.

Skills

Computer basics

Arithmetic

Reading docs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Flexographic press

Job description

Press Assistant - Chattanooga

Shift: Train on 1st shift, move to 12-hour nights

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Assist a team of press operators to ensure quick and efficient make-readies for multicolor flexographic printing press. Assist with the setup, repair, operation, and maintenance of the press.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Sets up, adjusts, maintains, and operates a flexographic press in the absence of an operator.
• Reviews job ticket and selects the proper type and quantity of material.
• Assists in material changeovers. Ensure correct material is present and organized for production runs.
• Cleans, lubricates, and makes minor adjustments to maintain quality of production.
• Cleans and maintains press equipment (pans, pumps, anilox rolls, etc.) along with general common areas.
• Removes and mounts plates when needed.
• Replenishes inks and other raw material as needed.
• Notifies supervision of needed repairs or replacement parts.
• Moves loads of printed and unprinted stock when necessary.
• Assists the press operator with preventative maintenance of the press.
• Assists with other printing processes as needed and as directed by supervision.
• Complies with established safety procedures and policies.
• Completes required documentation.
• Assembles print cylinders and gears.
• Performs and reviews line clearance.
• Removes waste from the press area.
• Works with other departments and maintenance personnel on projects and/or validations.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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, multiplication, 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.

OTHER

• We focus on career development and internal promotions. Extensive OSHA safety and other training programs.
• Responsible for the overall Safety, Quality and cleanliness of equipment and area. Work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Annual set shift schedules working 12-hour shifts.
• Very competitive wage, benefit packages which include vacation time, health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K plan with company match, annual incentive program and attendance bonuses.

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