Qureos Mentor

Smurfit Westrock

<div><p>The Opportunity:</p><p>
The Digital Print Associate will provide technical and functional support to our transaction card (Tcard) market through creating, transforming, and implementing solutions to specific business performance goals and needs. The Digital Print Associate is responsible for learning our customer&rsquo;s specifications and using previous proofs to create data and label proofs for customer approval and production. The Digital Print Associate will also prepare print templates for high speed drop on demand printing. The Digital Print Associate will have business acumen and will need working knowledge of general end to end transaction card processes and how processes are or can be enabled by technology.<br>
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<p>How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:</p><ul><li> Ensure data integrity and program accuracy through quality assurance activities, troubleshooting, testing, and reporting of system maintenance.</li><li> Use processes and systems in place to transform and prepare proofs and templates for production activities.</li><li> Maintains confidentiality of data and programs</li><li> Work with Smurfit Westrock&rsquo;s Tcard business segment to develop business cases for technology solutions.</li><li> Gather and document business functional requirements for technology solutions.</li><li> Addresses internal data processing issues as required</li><li> Research and understand industry best practices in technical and functional business areas in order to recommend &amp; enable business processes, driving improvements in workflow and increasing business productivity.</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
What you need to succeed:</p><ul><li> Must have high school diploma or G.E.D.</li><li> Experience with Adobe Creative Suite</li><li> Internal client-facing engagement/working relationships</li><li> Strong Printing Skills</li><li> Strong interpersonal skills, collaborative problem-solving skills, ability to listen to and understand needs across diverse stakeholders at various levels of the organization</li><li> Written and verbal communication skills</li><li> Ability to do some heavy lifting</li><li> Organizational and Prioritization skills in a challenging environment</li><li> Preferred</li><li> Experience in manufacturing environment</li><li> Industry experience: Transaction cards (Tcards)</li><li> Experience in Graphic Design or similar imaging software</li><li> Experience with barcode ICMA</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
What we offer:</p><ul><li> Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence</li><li> Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities</li><li> An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential</li><li> A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work</li></ul></div><p></p>

Digital Print Associate

<div><div>The Sheeter Operator is responsible for setting up and operating the Sheeter and Guillotine Sheet Trimmer to cut paperboard to correct size, and with the grain going the correct way for an offset printing operation.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS</b><b>:</b></div><ul><li>
Read, understand and locate rolls according to allocation sheet</li><li>
Assist operator with make ready</li><li>
Prep rolls for the sheeter</li><li>
Remove loads form the machine and place in staging / sheeted WIP area</li><li>
Obtain the proper skids for each job</li><li>
Empty waste bins and keep machine area clean</li><li>
Park sheeted load in staging area by FO</li><li>
Relieve the operator for break</li><li>
Assist in preventive maintenance and other general repairs</li><li>
Use of clamp truck to move and load paper</li><li>
Assist with line clearance</li><li>
Ensure safe work habits</li><li>
Operate the baler, band waste and shred waste</li><li>
Keep rolls by caliper together in the warehouse</li><li>
Perform other duties as assigned by management</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
QUALIFICATIONS:</b></div><div><ul><li>
Good communication</li><li>
Ability to use and interpret a tape measure</li><li>
Work overtime to cover vacation and/or absences</li><li>
Work at or below shoulder level
</li><li>Basic math and computer skills</li><li>
Clamp truck experience or obtain clamp truck certification</li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
PHYSICAL DEMANDS</b><b>:</b></div><div></div><p><br>
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions</p></div>

Entry Sheeter Operator

<div><p><b>CAREER OPPORTUNITY:</b></p><p>
Drive technical initiatives across Operational Technology (OT) networks focused on reliability, cybersecurity, connectivity, and data acquisition. Lead and support projects that improve process visibility, reduce downtime, optimize performance, and enhance profitability. Provide hands-on technical support to operations and maintenance teams to help the mills achieve goals and objectives.</p><p><b>
HOW YOU WILL IMPACT SMURFIT WESTROCK:</b></p><ul><li><b>
Troubleshooting &amp; Enablement:</b> Diagnose OT network, firewall, and connectivity issues.</li><li><b>
Project Execution:</b> Plan, design, and implement OT infrastructure projects including network segmentation, secure remote access, DMZ architecture, and data center buildouts (rack/stack, power, cooling, cabling, failover).</li><li><b>
Cybersecurity &amp; Compliance:</b> Configure and maintain OT firewalls, VLANs, ACLs, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protections to safeguard mill assets; support vulnerability management, patching windows, and incident response.</li><li><b>
Data Acquisition &amp; Integration:</b> Implement robust, secure data collection from PLCs/DCS/Historian using OPC<b> </b>UA/DA, Modbus, EtherNet/IP, Profibus/Profinet, MQTT, and other standard industrial protocols; maintain tag governance and asset models.</li><li><b>
IoT Enablement:</b> Deploy and manage industrial IoT gateways/sensors, normalize telemetry, and ensure reliable data pipelines to on‑prem historians and cloud services.</li><li><b>
Platform &amp; Compute:</b> Administer and optimize VMware and Hyper‑V environments; provision and maintain Windows/Linux VMs for OT applications, historians, and middleware.</li><li><b>
Cloud &amp; Data Services:</b> Build secure data flows to AWS (e.g., IoT Core, Kinesis, S3, Lambda, Glue) for analytics and reporting; implement authentication, encryption, and network controls.</li><li><b>
Documentation &amp; Tracking:</b> Administratively track trials, network changes, firewall rule sets, and data flows; maintain architecture diagrams, runbooks, and change logs.</li><li><b>
Operational Excellence:</b> Perform daily checks on critical OT systems (latency, throughput, packet loss, historian backfill, certificate health) and act on leading indicators.</li><li><b>
Safety &amp; Housekeeping:</b> Promote daily safety communications and maintain clean, well-labeled cabinets, panels, racks, and cable management aligned with mill standards.</li><li><b>
Customer Focus:</b> Assist in resolving internal &ldquo;customer&rdquo; issues (operations, quality, maintenance) with corrective actions and proactive monitoring; maintain clear communication.</li><li><b>
Continuous Improvement:</b> Organize and implement trials and changes to improve data quality, network resilience, and system uptime; quantify benefits (MTBF/MTTR, data completeness, cost avoidance).</li></ul><p><b>
WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED:</b></p><ul><li><b>
Education:</b> Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering&mdash;or equivalent technical discipline.</li><li><b>
Experience:</b><ul><li>
Minimum 5 years of experience in OT/industrial networking, systems engineering, or controls/automation, with relevant work experience or military service considered.</li><li>
Hands-on with L2/L3 networking (switching/routing), VLANs, trunking, STP, QoS, NAT, VPNs, and segmentation (ISA/IEC 62443 concepts a plus).</li><li>
Experience configuring and managing firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco, Check Point) and implementing rule hygiene and logging.</li><li>
Practical cybersecurity skills in OT environments: least privilege, secure remote access, jump hosts, certificate management (PKI), asset inventory, and patch management.</li><li>
Demonstrated proficiency with OPC<b> </b>UA/DA, Modbus/TCP, EtherNet/IP, MQTT, and integrating PLC/DCS tags to historians/SCADA/analytics.</li><li>
Experience with VMware and/or Hyper‑V for virtualization; Windows Server and Linux administration.</li><li>
Familiarity with AWS services and secure data integration patterns for industrial telemetry.</li><li>
Data center fundamentals: rack design, structured cabling, labeling, redundancy, power, cooling, and monitoring.</li><li>
Strong understanding of Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) architecture, configuration, and communication protocols.</li><li>
Familiarity with design and implementation of industrial network topologies such as FTE, DLR, REP, and PRP.</li><li>
Experience troubleshooting control system connectivity issues and integrating data from PLC/DCS into historians and cloud platforms.</li><li>
Knowledge of vendor-specific platforms (e.g., ABB, Emerson, Honeywell, Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens) is a plus.</li></ul></li><li><b>
Nice to Have:</b><ul><li>
Pulp &amp; paper mill or heavy industrial background.</li><li>
Experience with PI/AVEVA (OSIsoft), Ignition, FactoryTalk, or similar platforms.</li><li>
Exposure to network monitoring tools (NetFlow, SNMP, syslog), and SIEM integration.</li><li>
Scripting/automation (PowerShell, Python) for configuration management and data workflows.</li><li>
Certifications: CCNA/CCNP, NSE, PCNSA, GICSP, CISSP, AWS Cloud Practitioner/Associate.</li></ul></li></ul><p><b>
WESTROCK VALUES</b></p><ul><li><b>
Integrity</b> &ndash; We are honest, ethical and do the right thing.</li><li><b>
Respect</b> &ndash; We treat one another with respect and earn the respect of others through our actions.</li><li><b>
Accountability</b> &ndash; We are responsible for our work, to our team and for contributing to the success of our company.</li><li><b>
Excellence</b> &ndash; We strive to perform at the highest levels &ndash; for ourselves and for our customers, investors and communities.</li></ul><p><b>
Keywords:</b> OT network, OT cybersecurity, firewalls, VLAN, segmentation, ISA/IEC 62443, DMZ, secure remote access, OPC UA, OPC DA, Modbus, EtherNet/IP, MQTT, SCADA, historian, IoT gateways, AWS, Kinesis, S3, Lambda, VMware, Hyper‑V, Windows Server, Linux, data center buildout, routing, switching, QoS, VPN, IDS/IPS, packet capture, PI, Ignition, FactoryTalk, PLC, DCS, pulp &amp; paper, mill operations, reliability, uptime, performance optimization.</p><p><b>
Equal Opportunity Statement:</b><br>
 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.</p></div><p></p>

Principal OT Engineer

<div><div>OPPORTUNITY SUMMARY:</div><div>
As a Quality Manager you will ensure that quality standards are met and maintained by understanding, implementing, and enforcing customer, regulatory, and Smurfit Westrock processes, policies, and procedures. As a Quality Manager, you will be accountable for internal and external quality complaint resolution, execution of audits, ISO 9001:2015 registration, product liability, and ensuring efficient and smooth operations within the production facility.</div><div></div><div><br>
HOW YOU WILL IMPACT SMURFIT WESTROCK</div><div><ul><li>
Drive initiatives to improve employee safety and enhance workplace conditions.</li><li>
Review, approve, and implement facility and corporate standard operating procedures to ensure effective site execution.</li><li>
Plan, coordinate, and lead internal, customer, supplier, subcontractor, and regulatory audits.</li><li>
Serve as the ISO 9001:2015 Management Representative, overseeing and maintaining the internal audit program.</li><li>
Own and manage the mill&rsquo;s Quality Management System (QMS).</li><li>
Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory standards, and customer requirements.</li><li>
Lead investigations of risks, failures, and customer complaints; develop and implement corrective and preventive actions.</li><li>
Collaborate with production leadership to improve product quality and reliability while reducing costs.</li><li>
Analyze internal quality metrics and customer complaints; drive continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>
Determine, document, and approve site-specific or one-time occurrences such as protocols (reworks, validations, etc.), deviations (planned or unplanned), waivers, or releases for materials and products as required</li><li>
Leverage enterprise technology to analyze quality complaints, track corrective and preventive actions, and use data to isolate and track defective parts per million, over shipments, and resolve issues related to rejected products when applicable</li><li>
Lead facility improvement initiatives based on performance trends and data analysis.</li><li>
Deliver training and provide tools to support quality management and continuous improvement across the site.</li>
Identify and execute cost-saving opportunities through quality and operational improvement projects.<br>
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</li></ul></div><div></div><div>WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:</div><div><ul><li>
High School diploma or G.E.D.</li><li>
Must have 5 to 10 years of work-related manufacturing experience</li><li>
Should have 3 to 5 years&rsquo; experience in production supervisory role</li><li>
Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills.</li><li>
Must have strong interpersonal skills to engage and inspire others to comply with quality standards</li><li>
Proven track record of problem-solving</li><li>
Thorough knowledge of quality standards and methodologies</li><li>
Ability to learn proprietary software programs and leverage enterprise complaint management software</li><li>
Professional training and quality certifications courses (e.g. Six Sigma, ISO Certification) are preferred</li></ul></div><div></div><div><br>
Keywords: Quality Manager, quality supervisor, ISO, QMS, ISO 9001, ISO9001, paper, paper mill, pulp, pulp mill, containerboard, liner, linerboard, kraft paper, corrugated medium, corrugated board, corrugated paper, quality, quality systems, quality management, product quality, deviation</div></div>

Quality Manager

<p></p><div><div><b>The opportunity:</b></div><p>
The Prepress Operator&rsquo;s role is to prepare customer artwork for print. The position requires a strong proficiency in both flexo and offset printing processes. Strong knowledge or direct experience in color management, proofing, platemaking and workflow software is also required. The Prepress Operator will preflight, trap, bleed, color correct, and prepare artwork for the proper printing process. Strong technical skills and attention to detail are required. Knowledge of prepress workflow systems a plus. Strong organization qualities are required. A commitment to providing high quality printing and services to Smurfit Westrock customers, both internal and external, is essential. The ability to prioritize and meet deadlines is required.</p><div><b>
How you will impact Smurfit Westrock</b><b>:</b></div><ul><li>
Preflight and troubleshoot customer files</li><li>
Prepare files to successfully run in on different printing processes.</li><li>
Provide color management expertise for proofing, platemaking and printing.</li><li>
Provide expertise in file preparation for both flexo and offset printing.</li><li>
Assist flexo plants on any technology around plate making and print.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
What you need to succeed</b><b>:</b></div><ul><li>
5+ years experience in packaging prepress</li><li>
Expert knowledge of flexo printing and technology, including plate making special file considerations for flexo print, and planning full print packages for flexo.</li><li>
Knowledge of offset printing and technology, including offset plate making, and special file considerations for offset print.</li><li>
Knowledge of Color Management</li><li>
Proficient with Mac and Windows desktop applications, including Illustrator, Acrobat, Photoshop, and Prepress/PDF editors such as Artpro+ or PackZ.</li><li>
Knowledge of printing terminology and practices</li><li>
Knowledge of high-end prepress workflow systems (Prinergy, Automation Engine), and ability to learn and work in new systems.</li><li>
Must understand 4 &ndash; 8 color printing techniques, trapping, extended gamut, and spot color separations</li><li>
Expert knowledge of offset AND flexo printing</li><li>
Knowledge of special print applications like foil-stamping, embossing, and special barcode applications</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>
Excellent problem-solving skills</li><li>
Ability to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure</li><li>
Organized and detail-oriented</li><li>
Ability to work independently and within a team environment</li><li>
Adherence to Smurfit Westrock Values and Behaviors</li><li>
Adherence to Safety Guidelines, including personal protective equipment</li></ul></div><p></p>

Production Artist / Prepress Operator

<div><div><b>The Opportunity:</b></div><div>
The Class A Commercial Driver position involves driving a company tractor and trailer to deliver products to our customers. Driver routes will typically be 4-10 stops per route, will require the driver to unload via lift gate with pallet jack, and transport/place palletized products inside the customers&rsquo; location. Drivers will be expected to use ELD and log all activity and follow all state and federal regulations. Routes are generally &lt;150 miles round trip but could be longer including interstate depending on DC location.</div><div></div><div><br>
$24-$28/hr</div><div></div><div><br>
M-F 630a-3p overtime as needed</div><div>
Local Routes Home Daily!!</div><div></div><div><b><br>
How you will impact Smurfit Westrock</b>:</div><ul><li>
Safely operates tractor and trailer for the delivery of products and materials.</li><li>
Perform vehicle inspections as required.</li><li>
Operate mobile apps on the phone for ELD and proof of delivery.</li><li>
Provide outstanding customer service during delivery.</li><li>
Follow all safety rules for equipment and material handling as required by DOT, OSHA and Company safety program.</li><li>
Ensure all orders are delivered in good condition and in full as per the bill of lading.</li><li>
Communicate effectively with operations staff about customer concerns.</li><li>
Utilize material handling equipment, such hand trucks.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
What you need to succeed:</b></div><ul><li>
Current CDL Class A license</li><li>
No preventable motor vehicle violations within the last 12 months</li><li>
Current medical certification card.</li><li>
One or more years&rsquo; experience driving a tractor trailer.</li><li>
General fluency in English required, verbal and written</li><li>
Basic computer literacy preferred</li><li>
High school diploma or equivalent preferred</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Physical Demands</b></div><div>
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</div><ul><li>
Perform job duties in severe weather conditions: heat, cold, rain, etc.</li><li>
Sit and drive for up to 10 hours of time without assistance.</li><li>
Lift 50 pounds repeatedly and without assistance or equipment.</li><li>
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Work Environment</b></div><div>
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</div><div></div><div><br>
The work environment is usually moderate to noisy.</div><div></div><div><br>
 <b>What we offer</b></div><ul><li>
Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence</li><li>
Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities</li><li>
An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.</li><li>
A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety, and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work</li><li><b>Benefits include:</b></li></ul><ul><li>
 Medical w/ HSA</li><li>
 Dental Vision</li><li>
 Mental Health</li><li>
401(k) with 5% company match</li><li>
Paid vacation time &amp; holidays</li><li>
Life Insurance &amp; AD&amp;D</li><li>
Short- &amp; Long-term Disability Insurance</li><li>
Tuition Reimbursement.</li></ul></div><div></div>

Class A Commercial Driver

<div><div><b>Position: </b>Paper Mill Supervisor (Shift)</div><div><b>
Job Code:</b> MOPOM2 + Supv, Mfg Ops</div><div><b>
Location: </b>Evadale, TX</div><div></div><div><b><br>
The Opportunity:</b></div><div>
The Supervisor, Paper Mill, supervises employees to meet manufacturing and production schedules. This role coordinates production operations and maintains effective quality procedures and safety regulations. The Paper Mill shift Supervisor provides first level of exempt salaried supervision to employees engaged in producing quality paper grades on all three Paper Machines and coordinating logistics planning in the Shipping department. This is a rotating shift position.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
How you will impact Smurfit WestRock:</b></div><div><ul><li>
Responsible for the safety of employees in the Paper Mill (#2, #4, #5 Paper Machines and the Shipping Department. This is done by auditing employees and areas for unsafe habits and conditions, Toolbox meetings, and safety discussions.</li><li>
Ensure efficient operation of the four departments in respect to safety, personnel relations, product quality, productivity, maintenance requirements, environmental concerns, receipt of raw materials, and coordination with other departments.</li><li>
Handle daily payroll and absentee reports.</li><li>
Investigate and report unplanned incidents.</li><li>
Ensure daily production and maintenance targets are met. Adjusting processes to meet targets and coordinate the shutdown of equipment when maintenance is required.</li><li>
On shift resource for troubleshooting problems in the process as well as maintenance issues. Directs activities of shift maintenance.</li><li>
Develop and conduct department training classes specific to the area.</li><li>
Test employees to determine their readiness to qualify for higher positions.</li><li>
Support the mill ISO system by ensuring our department quality standards are being met and by being a mill ISO auditor. Conduct interviews for the mill&rsquo;s hiring process for hiring new employees.</li><li>
Inspects and checks equipment to ensure proper operation.</li><li>
Provides leadership for the activities of his/her work team.</li><li>
Provides channel of communication between work team and management team.</li><li>
Responsible for conducting business with integrity and respect, being accountable, and actively pursuing excellence to help achieve Smurfit WestRock&rsquo;s Path to One goal.</li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
What you will need to succeed:</b></div><div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university strongly preferred; or five or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.</li><li>
Ability to drive performance management.</li><li>
Adequate computer skills &ndash; e-mail, Pi, Domino, Kronos, intranet applications, SAP stores/WO functions, etc.</li><li>
Knowledgeable on labor contract and other department policies/procedures.</li><li>
Demonstrate proactive approach to resolving issues that could result in injury, downtime, rejects, etc.</li><li>
Demonstrate proactive and fundamental troubleshooting skills and drive to resolution or apply additional resources until the issue is resolved.</li><li>
Aligned with our company values of Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Excellence.</li><li>
You must be available to work 12-hour rotating shift as well as extra days when needed.</li><li>
This position is in a manufacturing environment that involves rounds/tasks in operating areas that includes climbing stairs, ladders, and high heat conditions.</li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
What we offer:</b></div><div><ul><li>
Corporate culture is based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence.</li><li>
Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities</li><li>
An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential.</li><li>
A benefit package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, employee referral bonus, and much more!</li><li>
A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.</li></ul></div></div>

Paper Mill Supervisor

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