Sheeting Operator: Precision & Safety on 3rd Shift

Smurfit-Westrock; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Chattanooga is seeking a Sheeter Operator to safely set up and run a Maxson sheeting machine, converting rolls of paper into precise sheets that meet production specifications and quality standards.

Responsibilities include loading rolls, adjusting settings, monitoring quality, performing checks, and maintaining a clean 5S workspace while following lockout/tagout and safety procedures. Drug screening applies after offer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience operating industrial machinery (sheeting, converting, or printing equipment preferred).
• Ability to read job tickets, production schedules, and measuring instruments.
• Basic math skills (fractions, measurements, counts).

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Maxson sheeter equipment according to job orders and production schedules.
• Load rolls onto the sheeter using hoists, cranes, or roll handling equipment.
• Adjust machine settings including cut length, trim, stacking, and line speed.
• Monitor sheet quality, accuracy, and stack integrity during operation.
• Perform quality checks to ensure sheets meet size, count, and defect requirements.
• Troubleshoot and correct minor mechanical or operational issues.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and lubrication as required.
• Maintain clean and organized work area following 5S standards.
• Follow lockout/tagout, machine guarding, and all plant safety procedures.
• Accurately complete production, downtime, and quality documentation.
• Communicate issues or changes to supervisors, maintenance, and downstream processes.
• Assist with training of helper operators or new team members as needed.

Skills

Industrial machinery operation

Reading job tickets

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Maxson sheeter

Job description

Smurfit Westrock in Chattanooga is seeking a Sheeter Operator to safely set up and run a Maxson sheeting machine, converting rolls of paper into precise sheets that meet production specifications and quality standards.

Responsibilities include loading rolls, adjusting settings, monitoring quality, performing checks, and maintaining a clean 5S workspace while following lockout/tagout and safety procedures. Drug screening applies after offer.