Precision Press Assistant - 1st & 3rd Shift

Staffmark Group; Chanhassen (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Life Insurance and Disability

401(k) Plan

Safety-focused environment

Job summary

Staffmark in Chanhassen, MN is seeking a Press Assistant to support printing press operations, prepare equipment, and monitor paper flow on first and third shifts. The role emphasizes safety, precision, and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or technical training, with experience operating press-related machinery and reading blueprints. Willingness to learn and contribute to quality workmanship is essential.

Qualifications

• Operate press brake equipment and related fabrication machinery safely.
• Read blueprints, work orders, and production specs.
• Use measuring tools to ensure dimensional accuracy.
• Maintain safety and quality standards in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience in printing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare presses for production by reviewing job specs.
• Set up and supply paper rolls for press operation.
• Inspect ink systems, paper rolls, and press components.
• Monitor paper flow and splice new rolls as needed.
• Assist with press setup, make-ready, and maintenance.
• Document production quality records and safety procedures.
• Support special projects as assigned.

Skills

Press brake operation

Reading blueprints

Measuring instruments

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical training in metal fabrication

Tools

Calipers

Tape measures

Angle gauges

Micrometers

Job description

Staffmark in Chanhassen, MN is seeking a Press Assistant to support printing press operations, prepare equipment, and monitor paper flow on first and third shifts. The role emphasizes safety, precision, and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or technical training, with experience operating press-related machinery and reading blueprints. Willingness to learn and contribute to quality workmanship is essential.