Machine Operator (Assistant Press Operator)

Lakeside Book Company; Owensville (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety shoe reimbursement

Attendance bonus

Production bonuses

Vacation accrual 80 hrs/yr

Bridge to skills training

Daily pay

Medical/dental/vision benefits

401k with company match

Career growth opportunities

Employee assistance program

Recognition programs

Job summary

Lakeside Book Company is hiring a Machine Operator (Assistant Printing Press Operator) in Owensville, MO. The role involves making-ready and running an offset press, assisting with register and color adjustments, and working as part of a collaborative press team.

We offer bonuses, safety incentives and growth opportunities, with a 12-hour rotating schedule, possible weekend shifts, and advancement training. No experience required but preferred for advancement.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail is essential for making-ready and run accuracy.
• Basic math and measuring skills are needed for setup and quality checks.
• Mechanical aptitude helps with press maintenance and adjustments.
• Teamwork is required to coordinate with the press crew and operators.
• Ability to lift 20–50 pounds supports material handling during shifts.

Responsibilities

• Make-ready, run and maintain an offset printing press.
• Insert blankets and plates as part of press setup.
• Assist the Press Operator by making register and color adjustments.
• Work in a team environment and cross-train with others.
• Receive training to help advance your career.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic math

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Lifting 20–50 lbs

Job description

Our Safety Culture

The safety and health of our employees is this company’s most important business consideration. Lakeside Book will provide a safe and secure working environment to support our goal of zero accidents and injuries.

Our Safety Culture

The safety and health of our employees is this company’s most important business consideration. Lakeside Book will provide a safe and secure working environment to support our goal of zero accidents and injuries.

Lakeside Book commits to being good stewards of the environment by conducting environmentally responsible business practices while continuing to be good neighbors and partners in the communities in which we live and work.

Machine Operator (Assistant Printing Press Operator)

Pay: $23.00-$30.25/hour with $1.25/hour shift premium for night shift, based upon experience

Shift: 12 Hour Crew 3am-3pm or 3pm - 3am (36 hours one week and 48 hours the next) Only work ½ the days in a year!

Location: 1005 Commercial Drive, Owensville, MO

Benefits

• $100 Safety Shoe Reimbursement
• $100 Quarterly Attendance Bonus
• Quarterly Production Goal Bonus
• Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Quality
• Safety Awards
• Earn Vacation from Day 1 up to 80 hours annually in the first year
• Paid Bridge to Skills Training with Incentives to Advance Your Career
• Eligible for daily pay
• No experience required

How you will make an impact

This role is an important part of the printing process, assisting your press team by creating paper signatures that become book pages.

Job Responsibilities

• Make-ready, run and maintain an offset printing press
• Insert blankets and plates
• Assist the Press Operator by making register and color adjustments
• Work in a team environment and cross-train with others
• Receive training to help advance your career

What you bring to the position

• Attention to detail
• Basic Math/Measuring
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Teamwork
• Ability to lift and carry 20 to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for the entire duration of your shift
• Previous press experience is preferred.

We will provide you with the additional training you need to be successful.

Lakeside Book Company – What Makes Us Special

Our focus on Safety, Stewardship, Inclusivity, and Environmental Sustainability give so many of our employees’ pride in the work we do within the communities we inhabit. Employees are celebrated throughout the year with Inspire Awards, Milestone Anniversary Celebrations and many other recognition celebrations.

What we offer you

• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k with company match
• Career growth opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee appreciation & recognition programs

About Us

Lakeside Book Company loves books! To us, every book matters. Every word. Every page. Every hand that helped build it. Our history has shown that we are leaders and innovators. We have a team-winning culture, where all of our people have a voice. While we are old in years, we are new at heart. Come join our mission to keep the world reading.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Lakeside Book Company is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or perform essential job functions please contact [e-mail].

• This job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties and responsibilities assigned for this job at the company’s discretion.