Sheeter Assistant

Job Details

Job Location:

Renton, WA - Renton, WA 98057

Position Type:
Full Time

Salary Range: $22.00 - $25.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage:
None

Job Shift: Swing

Mill Rock Packaging (MRP) is a growing U.S.

-based packaging company and a market leader in designing, engineering, and producing high-end, sustainable, and customized graphic paperboard, folding carton, and commercial printing products. We serve customers across industries like food and beverage, technology, health and beauty, pharmaceuticals, and more.

• Lead with Safety – We put people first, always.
• Build Trust – We keep our promises and act with integrity.
• Innovate and Be Resilient – We embrace challenges and create solutions that raise the bar.
• Include and Collaborate – We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger.
• Raise the Bar – We strive for excellence in every detail.

MRP is searching for a passionate and agile Assistant Sheeter Operator who assists in the setup, operation, and monitoring of sheeting equipment to produce high-quality sheets that meet customer specifications. This position is responsible for material handling, machine support, quality inspections, housekeeping, and adherence to safety procedures in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Competitive Pay: $22.00 – $25.00/hr.
• Safety-First, People-First Culture
• Paid Time Off (PTO):
  Vacation and sick time plus observed company holidays
• 401K Employer Match
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• And more!

• Assist with machine setup, changeovers, and production runs according to work orders and specifications.
• Load rolls of paperboard, paper, or other packaging materials onto the sheeter.
• Support the Sheeter Operator in monitoring machine performance and production output.
• Inspect finished sheets for size, squareness, quality, and appearance.
• Remove defective materials and notify the operator of quality concerns.
• Label and stage finished pallets for shipment or further processing.
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately and timely.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Assist with routine machine cleaning and basic preventative maintenance activities.
• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment as authorized.
• Follow all company safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Participate in continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and safety initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with operators, supervisors, maintenance personnel, and coworkers.
• May occasionally fill in for the First Operator to cover breaks, lunches, vacation, or sick leave.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What does it take to be successful in this role?

• Ability to read and understand work orders, production schedules, and measuring devices.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and measurement conversion.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or varying shifts as needed.

We value diverse experiences and perspectives—they help us innovate every day. While these qualifications are preferred, they’re not required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous manufacturing, warehouse, or material handling experience preferred.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Frequently lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist frequently.
• Ability to work around moving machinery and industrial equipment.
• Possess manual dexterity sufficient to operate controls and handle materials.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, and varying temperatures.

Environmental Conditions

• Work performed in a packaging manufacturing facility with exposure to production equipment, powered industrial trucks, noise, dust, and moving machinery. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is always required.