Press Helper

Transcontinental Inc.; Richmond; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

TC Transcontinental is seeking a Press Helper to assist Press Operators in maximizing productivity in a dynamic, inclusive environment. This role involves monitoring processes, ensuring quality, and adhering to safety protocols while providing opportunities for career development through a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive compensation and a focus on employee well-being.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Customizable group benefits

Paid time off

Employee perks including discounts

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Able to work 8-hour rotating shifts, days, nights & afternoons.
• Can meet physical requirements including standing, walking, climbing, lifting and carrying up to 50lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Press Operator with running the press.
• Monitor ink levels, fill ink buckets, and splice plastic for continuity.
• Palletize finished rolls and stage them for shipment.
• Adhere to quality and safety standards.

Skills

Understanding of printing and manufacturing processes

Strong communication

Reliability

Positive attitude

Job description

Overview

Create value at TC Transcontinental

At TC Transcontinental, we've got it made, and that's because of the expertise of our team.

We have been driving innovation since 1976.

With over approximately 7400 employees, TC Transcontinental is a leader in the packaging and printing industry, as well as the top French-language educational publishing group in North America. It is a company that takes care of its teams and where employees support each other. At TC Transcontinental, we lead the industry by cultivating a sense of belonging for all.

Responsibilities

When your actions lead to success:

Reporting to the Production Supervisors, the Press Helper’s role is to assist the Press Operator with the running of the press in a way that maximizes productivity. The Helper will learn how to compare samples of printing to a master sample for quality assurance, monitor ink levels used at the press, fill ink buckets with the proper inks, splice plastic from an old roll onto the new roll for continuity of the print job and palletize finished rolls and stage them for shipment. All employees are required to adhere to quality and workplace organization standards, comply with safety policies and procedures ensuring that all Health and Safety standards are understood and practiced in a safe manner, and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

When your expertise drives us:

• You have a good understanding of printing and manufacturing processes.
• You are a strong communicator, both written and verbal
• You can work 8-hour rotating shifts, days, nights & afternoons.
• You’re a team player, and you are reliable.
• You can meet the bona fide physical requirements to carry out the duties of the role, including standing, walking, climbing, lifting and carrying up to 50lbs regularly. All required PPE is provided.
• You can read, write, and speak fluent English and effectively work with all levels of the organization and demonstrate a positive “can-do” attitude.

When benefits really help you live better:

We offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your well-being and help you thrive—at work and at home. Our offerings include:

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match.
• Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance
• Paid time off.
• Allowances for steel-toe boots and prescription safety glasses
• Profit Share bonus.
• Employee perks such as discounts on insurance, wireless plans, travel, and more.
• Career development opportunities with access to training, mentorship, and tuition reimbursement.
• A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported.

EEO

TC Transcontinental is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the jurisdictions where we operate.

We are also committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and work environment—promoting dignity, independence, integration, and equal opportunity for all, including persons with disabilities. Accommodations, including alternative formats, will be made available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. For more information or to request an accommodation please contact [e-mail].

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