Press Assistant

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. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Review job tickets and schedule then organizes and prepares loads for presses Operates load turner effectively Bring material to each machine for job runs Mix inks as needed and change ink drums Pull ink, paper, chemicals, special sheets Communicates effectively with press crew, materials handlers, and supervisors Follows instructions and works with press crews on the presses when required Maintains housekeeping in assigned areas of the pressroom (e.g., sweeping, emptying trash cans, etc.) as needed Stocks shelves with incoming inventory or ordered items when required Cleans cutting area as needed Performs other job duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS Ability to operate fork truck and electric jack truck Able to learn how to handle/log thin weight stocks Must be willing to work overtime as needed; significant overtime may be required during busy periods Must have demonstrated mechanical aptitude through prior work experience Must pass color vision and hue tests Basic computer skills required (email, word processing, etc.) Good attendance and reliability is essential Must be able to perform all essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation EDUCATION High school diploma or GED preferred 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr