Label Press Assistant — 2nd Shift

Inovar Packaging Group; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) Retirement Plan with company 2%

Paid Time Off and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Inovar Packaging Group, an industry-leading flexographic and digital printer, seeks a Label Press Assistant for 2nd shift (Mon-Thu 4:20pm-2:50am) to support press operations in a fast-paced facility in Kansas City, KS. The candidate will mount plates, mix inks, maintain cleanliness, and assist with setup and cleanup, ensuring GMP compliance.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and physical stamina, with benefits and opportunities for growth within a expanding company.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required.
• Math skills: measure items, work with fractions, file numerically.
• Technical skills: inventory and manufacturing software preferred.
• Physical requirements: stand long; lift up to 75 lbs; occasional climbing/bending.
• Work environment: exposure to moving mechanical parts; moderate noise.
• Personal attributes: team player, detail-oriented, self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Mount printing plates for upcoming orders.
• Pull and file plate files accurately.
• Mix inks according to job specifications.
• Pull dies for upcoming jobs and return them to shelves when done.
• Wash all ink trays, splashguards, and overflow pans.
• Ensure press areas are clean and organized; empty trash in production areas.
• Maintain inventory of consumables and complete monthly counts.
• Assist with press operations, sheeted jobs, and press setup.
• Move product to finishing as needed.
• Complete daily time sheets by task.
• Clean aniloxes with the cleaning machine.
• Follow SOPs and GMPs.
• Backup press operators as needed.
• Adhere to company policies and safety regs.
• Work overtime as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Math skills

Detail oriented

Team player

Multitasking

Self-motivated

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Inventory software

Job description

Inovar Packaging Group, an industry-leading flexographic and digital printer, seeks a Label Press Assistant for 2nd shift (Mon-Thu 4:20pm-2:50am) to support press operations in a fast-paced facility in Kansas City, KS. The candidate will mount plates, mix inks, maintain cleanliness, and assist with setup and cleanup, ensuring GMP compliance.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and physical stamina, with benefits and opportunities for growth within a expanding company.