3rd Press Assistant (part-time)

Mittera; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life and AD&D Policies

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Volunteer Time Off

Job summary

Mittera is seeking a Part-time Press Assistant to join our Newton, Iowa team. This entry-level position offers the opportunity for advancement. Responsibilities include assisting in the Press Department, stacking and bundling printed products, operating printing presses, and maintaining press areas. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED, effective communication skills, and basic math abilities. The role requires physical activity and offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of previous manufacturing or office experience preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in stressful situations and meet stringent deadlines.
• Must be able to interpret various instructions in different formats.

Responsibilities

• Assist crew by stacking and bundling printed products for shipping.
• Check printed product for quality defects.
• Keep press areas clean and stocked with necessary supplies.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Basic math skills

Basic computer skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Mittera is looking for Part-time Press Assistants on all shifts to join our growing team. This position is entry level and can easily advance into skilled roles. Press Assistants provide additional support within the Press Department and are responsible for assisting their crew by stacking and bundling printed products in preparation for shipping, operating web‑fed offset printing presses, performing other in‑line finishing operations as assigned, and helping to prepare and maintain the presses. The position opens Tuesdays through Thursdays, with occasional Monday or Friday duties depending on print needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Uniformly jog and hand‑palletize printed products off the press equipment
• Stage stacker equipment to meet current job requirements
• Pack boxes according to load tickets and put boxes in appropriate location for shipping
• Check printed product for quality defects
• Assist press team members during make‑ready with wiping down blankets, changing ink, performing clean‑up on/around the press, mounting plates/blankets, etc.
• Keep press areas clean and stocked with necessary supplies
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• 1–3 years of previous manufacturing or office experience preferred
• Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos
• Effective communication skills with all levels within the organization
• Ability to use basic math skills, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, measurements, and critical thinking to solve practical problems
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Must have the ability to work effectively in stressful situations and meet stringent deadlines
• Be organized and able to plan, prioritize, and follow through on projects assigned with minimal supervision
• Has basic computer skills

Physical Requirements

• Requires use of proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling, and bending
• Pushing/pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs
• Requires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity, and coordination
• Requires near visual acuity
• Requires working around and operating departmental equipment
• Must be able to access and navigate each department in the facility
• Requires the ability to function in a professional manner under stressful circumstances

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to hazardous materials. A production employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Policies
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Volunteer Time Off

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Mittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.