Press Assistant

cclcareers; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Company-paid life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

The Press Assistant at CCL Label Healthcare & Specialty Buffalo supports experienced Press Operators in setting up and safely running Gallus flexographic printing presses that produce healthcare labels.

You will learn through a three-module training program designed to advance to Press Operator, with a defined career path and comprehensive benefits in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist Press Operator by ensuring they have the proper material and supplies.
• Help set up new jobs by installing plates, cylinders, rollers, dies and screens.
• Ensure rolls of raw material are mounted on the unwind shaft during production run.
• Perform total preventive maintenance on the press and all equipment.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Analytical thinking

Eagerness to learn

Verbal and written comm

Team player

Dependable

Task oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join a growing team where you'll work side-by-side with experienced Press Operators, learning the setup, operation, and maintenance of industry-leading Gallus flexographic printing presses used to manufacture functional labels.

The Press Assistant is vital to increasing efficiency by working alongside experienced Press Operators in the setup and safe operation of flexographic printing presses. This role offers a defined career path, allowing Press Assistants to build their skills and advance to Press Operator through our comprehensive three-module training program.

Company Overview

CCL Label Healthcare & Specialty Buffalo is a fast-paced manufacturing facility with approximately 60 employees working across two shifts. Using state-of-the-art Gallus flexographic printing presses, we manufacture critical healthcare and specialty products, including patient wristbands and one-way air valves.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist Press Operator by ensuring they have the proper material and supplies.
• Help set up new jobs by installing plates, cylinders, rollers, dies and screens.
• Ensure rolls of raw material are mounted on the unwind shaft during production run.
• Perform total preventive maintenance on the press and all equipment.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Mechanical knowledge
• Analytical thinking
• Eagerness to learn
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Dependable and dedicated
• Task orientation

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Manufacturing experience.

Physical Requirements

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, for prolonged periods.
• Moving objects up to 50 pounds.

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and disability insurance, HSA/FSA options, wellness incentives, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) plan with company matching contributions, and profit sharing program.

Starting salary range

$19.00 – 22.00/hour, actual compensation will be based on experience.