Label Press Apprentice- 2nd shift

The Opportunity

Join our production team as a Press Assistant, where you will support press operators in achieving quick, efficient make\u2011readies for multicolor flexographic printing presses. You will help set up, repair, and maintain press equipment, ensuring high\u2011quality output and smooth production flow. This role is essential to maintaining safety, efficiency, and accuracy within the press department.

How you will impact Smurfit WestRock

• Review job tickets and select the correct type and quantity of materials needed for production.

• Assist in material changeovers and ensure materials are prepared, organized, and ready for upcoming runs.

• Clean and maintain press equipment and surrounding common areas to support a safe and efficient workspace.

• Move printed and unprinted stock as necessary to support production workflow.

• Assist press operators with preventative maintenance and basic equipment care.

• Follow established standard operating procedures for all tasks.

• Complete required documentation accurately and on time.

• Assemble print cylinders and gears used in the press process.

• Perform and review line clearance procedures.

• Remove waste from the press area and maintain cleanliness standards.

• Work safely and efficiently in accordance with company policies and procedures.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you need to succeed

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

• Ability to perform basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).

• Ability to read and understand measurements using a ruler.

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

• Willingness to work overtime as needed.

• Ability to perform all essential job functions 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.

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Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

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.