Press Setup & Materials Assistant (Packaging)

Smurfit Westrock; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a press setup associate to prepare loads, supply materials to presses, and support ink management for production runs. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork on a busy pressroom floor.

Responsibilities include loading materials, mixing inks, maintaining equipment, and coordinating with the press crew. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Six months minimum print production experience or equivalent.
• Ability to operate a forklift (or trained) and an electric jack truck.
• Willingness to work overtime during busy periods.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude from prior work experience.
• Must pass color vision and hue tests.
• Basic computer skills (email, word processing).
• Good attendance and reliability.
• Capable of performing all essential functions with/without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Review job tickets and schedule, then organize and prepare loads for presses.
• Operate load turner effectively.
• Bring materials to each machine for job runs.
• Mix inks as needed and change ink drums.
• Pull ink, paper, chemicals, and special sheets.
• Stock machines with materials.
• Communicate effectively with press crew, materials handlers, and supervisors.
• Follow instructions and assist press crews as required.
• Maintain housekeeping in pressroom areas.
• Stock shelves with incoming inventory or ordered items.
• Clean cutting area as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Color vision

Good attendance

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Electric jack truck

Job description

Smurfit Westrock is seeking a press setup associate to prepare loads, supply materials to presses, and support ink management for production runs. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork on a busy pressroom floor.

Responsibilities include loading materials, mixing inks, maintaining equipment, and coordinating with the press crew. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, with overtime as needed.