Sr. Digital Press Assistant

Smurfit Westrock; Lithia Springs (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Competitive salary

Global company

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Lithia Springs, GA is seeking a Press Operator Assistant to support a multicolor digital printing team. You will help set up, repair, operate, and maintain a digital press, while ensuring materials are ready and waste is managed.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, basic computer skills, ability to perform arithmetic, read and interpret procedures, and willingness to work overtime. Training and safety are emphasized throughout your career here.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions and procedure manuals.
• Must maintain good attendance.
• Willing to work overtime; overtime may be required during busy periods.
• Must be able to perform all essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, maintain and operate a digital press in (the absence of) the operator.
• Review job tickets and select proper materials for production runs.
• Assist in material changeovers and ensure materials are present and organized.
• Clean, lubricate and make minor adjustments to maintain production quality.
• Maintain press equipment and general areas; manage waste and clean work areas.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Arithmetic

Reading comprehension

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

The Opportunity

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

How you will impact Smurfit Westrock

• Sets up, adjusts, maintains, and operates a digital 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 (printheads, pumps, cassette wipes, anilox rolls, etc.) along with general common areas.
• Removes and mounts belts 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.
• Performs and reviews line clearance.
• Coordinates removal of waste from the press area.
• Works with other departments and maintenance personnel on projects and/or validations.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

What you need to succeed

• 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.

What we offer

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

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

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.