Press Assistant

Mittera

Beaver Dam (WI)

On-site

USD 35,000 - 45,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life and AD&D Policies

Short and Long-Term Disability

401K with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Volunteer Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Training

Educational Assistance

Parental Leave

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

A leading printing company located in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, is seeking a Press Assistant for 2nd and 3rd shifts. This entry-level role involves assisting in the press department, including quality checks and material handling. Candidates should have a high school diploma; previous experience is preferred. Strong communication skills are essential. The position offers competitive pay and several robust benefits, including medical and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

Previous manufacturing experience preferred.
Requires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity, and coordination.
Must lift 25 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally.

Responsibilities

Stack and bundle printed products for shipping.
Operate in-line finishing operations as assigned.
Check printed products for quality defects.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret work instructions

Ability to communicate with press team members

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Mittera is looking for Press Assistants on 2nd and 3rd shift to join our growing team. This entry-level position provides support within the press department and offers opportunities to advance into more skilled positions. Press Assistants assist the crew by stacking and bundling printed products in preparation for shipping, operate in-line finishing operations as assigned, and help to prepare and maintain the presses.

Responsibilities

Uniformly jog and hand-palletize printed products off the press equipment
Stage stacker equipment to meet current job requirements
Pack boxes according to load tickets and put boxes in appropriate location for shipping
Check printed product for quality defects
Assist press team members during make-ready with wiping down blankets, changing ink, performing clean-up on/around the press, mounting plates/blankets, etc.
Keep press areas clean and stocked with necessary supplies
Perform all other duties as assigned

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
Previous manufacturing experience preferred
Ability to read and interpret work instructions
Ability to communicate with press team members and supervision

Physical Requirements

Requires use of proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling and bending
Ability to lift 25lbs frequently and up to 50lbs occasionally
Requires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity and coordination
Requires working around and operating departmental equipment

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to hazardous materials. A production employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts.

Benefits

Mittera is a leading-edge company that provides commercial and digital printing, finishing, graphic design, data analytics, direct mail processing, and fulfillment services. Mittera's full-service approach connects data-driven revelations, bar-raising creative, and expertly printed materials to give our customers\' brand recognition it deserves. Competitive compensation and robust benefits plans are offered. Benefits include:

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life and AD&D Policies
Short and Long-Term Disability
401K with Company Match
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Paid Volunteer Time Off
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Training
Educational Assistance
Parental Leave
Advancement Opportunities

Mittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

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