Head Pressman

General Information

Job ID

ATR58984

Posting Job Title

Head Pressman

Locations

TN Chattanooga Offset

Employment Type

Full Time

Date Posted

18-Feb-2026

Relocation Support

No

Description & Requirements

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 integrity, respect, accountability and excellence, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Head Pressperson Chattanooga Manufacturing

Shift: 1st shift (must have flexibility to float on nights if needed)

Summary :

The Offset Head Pressperson is responsible for operating and maintaining the Offset Press. This position will also be responsible for press print production and training others in the pre-press operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Responsible for the efficiency of the machine and timely completion of orders.
• Responsible for all aspects of the presses mechanical and computer systems including data entry, as well as storage and retrieval of jobs.
• Evaluate print production quality; bring any concerns to the attention of the appropriate supervisor.
• Monitor the overall printing process.
• Troubleshoot production issues that may arise.
• Must maintain and keep press in top operational condition.
• Responsible for the pressperson staff assigned to assist with the workload.
• Responsible for training personnel on the press.
• Responsible for the overall Safety and cleanliness of equipment and area.
• Work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Overtime is required.
• Must be flexible to work 2 nd or 3 rd shift.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED minimum.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. May require the ability to write routine reports and correspondence. May require the ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization
• Minimum of 5 years Offset experience as a first or second pressperson or the equivalent is required.
• The ability to react quickly and make continuous adjustments to provide top quality products.
• Normal vision is required; must be able to pass a colorblind test.

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.