Night Shift Press Assistant – Packaging Production

Highcor; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company 2%

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

TOPPAN Packaging Americas is seeking a Press Assistant (Nights) in Hickory to support the Press Operator on a flexographic printing press. You will help produce printed rolls of film to customer specs, while maintaining quality and a clean, safe work area.

The role offers a night shift with a 12-hour rotating schedule (7:00 PM–7:00 AM) and a base pay of $19.32 per hour plus a $2.00 per hour night differential.

Qualifications

• Mechanically inclined and able to use hand tools.
• Able to read and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
• Stable attendance and safety record.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist in operation and production of the press while meeting quality standards.
• Understand basic printing terminology and press components.
• Maintain cleanliness of presses and surrounding areas.
• Stage press components for upcoming jobs (sleeves, anilox, ink, film).
• Verify plate numbers against item specification sheets.
• Maintain material levels (ink, film) to keep the press running efficiently.
• Monitor print quality (position, UPC codes, register, impressions).
• Record film usage and returns during the shift in Shop Floor systems.
• Learn Press Operator tasks and fill in during absences when needed.
• Assist in training probationary Press Assistants.
• Follow packout instructions to meet customer requirements.
• Monitor press operation during breaks and stop press to prevent waste.
• Clean drums, nip rolls, and chill rolls.
• Acknowledge and monitor doctor blade chamber condition.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Read instructions

Stand long periods

Lift 50 pounds

Attendance/safety

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

TOPPAN Packaging Americas is seeking a Press Assistant (Nights) in Hickory to support the Press Operator on a flexographic printing press. You will help produce printed rolls of film to customer specs, while maintaining quality and a clean, safe work area.

The role offers a night shift with a 12-hour rotating schedule (7:00 PM–7:00 AM) and a base pay of $19.32 per hour plus a $2.00 per hour night differential.