Job Information
WestRock Company Operator Trainee in Knoxville, Tennessee
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Responsible for all assigned operations on their shift
Responsible for knowing the production needs for both printing presses
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Ensuring both printing presses have all the job materials (ink, plates, board stock, etc.) needed to operate the presses at all times
Aiding with press set-up and clean up tasks
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Perform preventive maintenance and upkeep on production equipment.
Provide printer crews with breaks as needed
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General cleaning duties on each press, sweep platforms, wipe down equipment
Storage and maintenance of coating blankets, create new blankets as needed
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Assist with general operations on both presses. Ensure each press has materials for at least 3 jobs staged and ready to run
As required, pull printed loads and stage them correctly
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Assist with equipment repairs when possible
Confirm that the Printing Department is clean before shift change (Garbage and Rag buckets empty, material stocked, area swept and clean)
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Keep department in specs within all 5S requirements
Each person, regardless of role or position is responsible for Food Packaging Safety and Quality
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Execute job duties in a safe and efficient manner
Report to management any issue or event that poses a risk to employee safety, the environment and facilities, or food packaging safety and quality.
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Follow all applicable policies, procedures, and instructions to the best of your ability
Participate in continuous improvement activities, corrective actions, and training.
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Safe operation of motorized pallet jacks.
Other duties as assigned
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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or GED
WestRock (NYSE:WRK) partners with our customers to provide differentiated paper and packaging solutions that help them win in the marketplace. WestRock's team members support customers around the world from locations spanning North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Learn more at www.westrock.com.
WestRock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. WestRock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.