Night Shift Press Assistant - Printing & Material Handling

Printpack; Grand Prairie (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Printpack in Grand Prairie, TX is seeking a Press Assistant to support press operations on a 12-hour night shift (7pm–7am) on a 3/2 rotating schedule. This entry-level role focuses on quality monitoring, equipment cleanliness, material handling, and safety compliance to keep print production efficient.

You will assist with changeovers, ink systems, waste management, and routine maintenance while learning printing processes.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Previous Press or Pre-Press experience preferred.
• Basic Mechanical Aptitude required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Must pass pre-employment assessment.
• Drug screening and background check required.

Responsibilities

• Support press operator with quality monitoring and efficiency improvements.
• Manage ink and coating systems including viscosity control and maintenance.
• Handle material preparation: rolls, loading, splicing, waste removal.
• Perform equipment maintenance and cleaning per Preventative Maintenance programs.
• Assist during changeovers and with print cylinder/anilox operations.
• Prepare pre-setup materials for efficient job transitions.
• Maintain waste management procedures and inventory of supplies.
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety standards and 5S housekeeping.
• Support quality control and adherence to safety protocols.

Skills

Basic math

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Written & verbal instructions

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Printpack in Grand Prairie, TX is seeking a Press Assistant to support press operations on a 12-hour night shift (7pm–7am) on a 3/2 rotating schedule. This entry-level role focuses on quality monitoring, equipment cleanliness, material handling, and safety compliance to keep print production efficient.

You will assist with changeovers, ink systems, waste management, and routine maintenance while learning printing processes.