Web/Flexo Operator

Smurfit Westrock; Eutaw (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Corporate culture

Training opportunities

Competitive salary

Global packaging company

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock in Alabama is seeking a Press Operator II to safely set up, operate, and troubleshoot printing press equipment to meet production, quality, and safety standards; this role also backs up the Lead Operator when needed.

The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma, the ability to run Number 6 and Number 7 presses, and familiarity with MTorres, Tresu, Zerand, and BST registration systems, plus strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to operate Number 6 and Number 7 presses.
• Knowledge of job jackets and pallet tickets.
• Proficiency in MTorres, Tresu, Zerand, and BST Registration Systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Must successfully complete required knowledge testing.

Responsibilities

• Backup the Lead Operator as needed.
• Meet production goals for waste, output, and make-readies.
• Review job jackets and pallet tickets for job requirements.
• Operate the cutter and assist with make-ready activities.
• Set up delivery, print-to-cut registration, align eye marks, stripper wires, pin cylinders, and stackers.
• Complete daily production reports.
• Operate both Number 6 and Number 7 Presses.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Press operation

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MTorres

Tresu

Zerand

BST Reg Systems

Number 6 Press

Number 7 Press

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.

General Purpose

The Press Operator II is responsible for the safe setup, operation, and troubleshooting of printing press equipment to meet production, quality, and safety standards. This role supports production goals, performs quality checks, and serves as a backup to the Lead Operator when needed.

Essential Job Functions

Production

• Backup the Lead Operator as needed.
• Meet production goals for waste, output, and make-readies.
• Review job jackets and pallet tickets for job requirements.
• Operate the cutter and assist with make-ready activities.
• Set up delivery, print-to-cut registration, askew, eye marks, stripper wires, pin cylinders, and stackers.
• Complete daily production reports.
• Operate both Number 6 and Number 7 Presses.

Quality

• Follow procedures for approving or rejecting questionable product.
• Collect customer samples when required.
• Perform required quality inspections and testing.
• Ensure products meet customer and company quality standards.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all company policies, safety rules, procedures, and SQF requirements.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Wear all required PPE.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to operate both Number 6 and Number 7 Presses.
• Knowledge of job jackets and pallet tickets.
• Proficiency in MTorres, Tresu, Zerand, and BST Registration Systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Must successfully complete required knowledge testing.

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.