Flexo Gallus Press Assistant

MCC Label; Manchester Township (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Job summary

MCC Label, a leading premium label manufacturer, is hiring a Press Operator Assistant to support the setup and operation of printing presses in line with job specifications. You will assist with changeovers, cleaning, and equipment readiness while following safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and reliable execution in a fast-paced environment. Training will be provided, and overtime may be required to meet production needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 1–3 months related experience or training optional.
• Print shop experience helpful but not required.
• Able to read job tickets and measurements.
• Able to pass ruler, eye, and color tests.

Responsibilities

• Comply with company and safety policies and procedures.
• Meet defined objectives for planning and execution of jobs and changeovers.
• Assist in external make-ready operations for label changes.
• Assist in post-changeover cleanup and ink pan maintenance.
• Clean ink pans and ancillary equipment.
• Locate dies to and from the press.
• May work with a press operator to view labels with a strobe light.
• Adhere to customer MCC quality specifications and documentation.

Skills

Team player

Reading ruler

Color vision

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Safety compliance

Communication

Stamina

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Printing Press

Job description

Build your Career with an Industry Leader

As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a century of printing experience, MCC is focused on the future by developing consumer-driven innovations and sustainable packaging solutions. Working for our team, you can truly make a difference.

We are currently looking for a Press Operator Assistant to join our team. The Press Assistant role is responsible for the setup and support of printing presses in accordance with the printing specifications and customer requirements/expectations.

Why work at MCC:

• Compensation: Competitive pay based on experience, with shift differential available
• Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and 401(k)
• Paid Holidays: New Year's, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day

Responsibilities:

• Comply with all company and safety policies and procedures
• Attains and maintains all defined job objectives related to the planning and execution of all jobs and quick changes
• Assists in the performance of all external make-ready operations in preparation for changeover activities (changing from one label job to another)
• Assists in the performance of all external clean-up activities following changeover
• Cleans ink pans and ancillary equipment
• Strips plates from cylinders
• Locates dies to and from the press
• May be required to work with a press operator to view labels with the assistance of a strobe light
• Comply with the quality assurance specifications of the customer and MCC
• May be required to complete the quality assurance sheet and associated documentation
• Responsible for the cleanliness of machinery and the organization of the workspace
• Responsible for working overtime when needed and as assigned
• Related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Print shop experience helpful, but not required
• Ability to communicate and interact well with others (verbally and in written form); seen as a team player
• Ability to read and understand a job ticket
• Ability to read a ruler and understand measurements (able to pass a ruler test)
• Ability correctable to 20/20 (able to pass an eye test)
• Ability to differentiate colors (able to pass a color test)
• Ability to input data into the computer
• Ability to work in a team environment with a high sense of urgency for on-time completion of assigned activities
• Self-motivated with the ability to stay focused and follow instructions
• Ability to stand and move around the press area for long periods of time
• The physical demands require standing, using hands to feel and touch, reaching with arms and hands, and talking and hearing.
• This position requires frequent walking.
• Occasionally, an employee is required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must be able to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision requirements are close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Assertive and solution-focused
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and work in a fast-paced environment