Press Assistant

MCC Label; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Disability and life insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Job summary

MCC, a global leader in premium labels, seeks a Press Operator Assistant to join our Knoxville team. The role supports press setup, quality checks, and data entry per job tickets and product specifications.

You will help ensure on-time production and maintain quality throughout the run. Starting pay is $22.00/hr with shift differentials of $2 for 2nd shift and $1.50 for 3rd shift, plus a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance and 401(k).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Print shop experience is helpful but not required.
• Ability to read and interpret a job ticket.
• Ability to read a ruler and pass a ruler test.
• Color differentiation ability and passing a color test.
• Strong data entry and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor print and seam quality; remove defective material and splice web per specifications.
• Use ruler, safety knife, and hole punch during splicing and other tasks as needed.
• Handle and palletize rolls without causing damage.
• Understand basic printing and seam-related defects.
• Record and enter production data accurately in the Radius system.
• Assist Press Operator with make-ready: mount cylinders, prepare inks, substrates, tooling, and anilox rollers per Job Ticket and Product Specification.
• Perform press-side quality checks (copy, color, registration, ink adhesion) and functional inspections.
• Support efficient changeovers, including wash-up and set-up planning.
• Clean plates, cylinders, ink pans; lubricate press as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area through daily housekeeping and 6S practices.
• Follow all plant and corporate safety rules; report concerns immediately to supervisor.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and special projects.
• Act as backup support during operator absences, breaks, or downtime (may operate equipment under supervision).
• Communicate job status, mechanical/material issues, and critical updates to team and supervisor.
• Practice Lean Manufacturing principles and sustain 6S standards.
• Meet attendance, production, and quality standards; comply with all MCC policies and procedures.

Skills

Team player

Read job tickets

Read ruler / measurements

Color vision test

Data entry

Verbal / written communication

Self-motivated

Stand / move long periods

Lift up to 50 lbs

Multitask / fast-paced

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Radius system

Job description

MCC, 10215 Caneel Dr, 10215 Caneel Dr, Knoxville, Tennessee, United States of America

Posted Thursday 23 July 2026 at 4:00 am

Build your Career with an Industry Leader

As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a century of printing experience, MCC is focused on the future by developing consumer-driven innovations and sustainable packaging solutions. Working for our team, you can truly make a difference.

We are currently looking for a Press Operator Assistant to join our team. The Press Assistant role is responsible for the set up and support of printing presses in accordance with the printing specifications and customer requirements/expectations.

Why work at MCC:

Competitive compensation : Starting pay $22.00/hr (shift differentials: 2 nd shift $2 and 3 rd shift $1.50)

• Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance and 401(k)

• Paid Holidays: New Years, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, plus two floating Holidays

Responsibilities:

• Continuously monitor print and seam quality; remove defective material and splice web per specifications.
• Use ruler, safety knife, and hole punch during splicing and other tasks as needed.
• Handle and palletize rolls without causing damage.
• Understand basic printing and seam-related defects.
• Record and enter production data accurately in the Radius system.
• Assist Press Operator with make-ready: mount cylinders, prepare inks, substrates, tooling, and anilox rollers per Job Ticket and Product Specification.
• Perform press-side quality checks (copy, color, registration, ink adhesion) and functional inspections.
• Support efficient changeovers, including wash-up and set-up planning.
• Clean plates, cylinders, ink pans; lubricate press as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area through daily housekeeping and 6S practices.
• Follow all plant and corporate safety rules; report concerns immediately to supervisor.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and special projects.
• Act as backup support during operator absences, breaks, or downtime (may operate equipment under supervision).
• Communicate job status, mechanical/material issues, and critical updates to team and supervisor.
• Practice Lean Manufacturing principles and sustain 6S standards.
• Meet attendance, production, and quality standards; comply with all MCC policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Print shop experience helpful, but not required
• Ability to communicate and interact well with others (verbally and written form); seen as a team player
• Ability to read and understand a job ticket
• Ability to read a ruler and understand measurements (able to pass a ruler test)
• Ability correctable to 20/20 (able to pass an eye test)
• Ability to differentiate colors (able to pass a color test)
• Ability to input data in the computer
• Ability to work in a team environment with a high sense of urgency for on-time completion of assigned activities
• Self-motivated with the ability to stay focused and follow instructions
• Ability to stand and move around press area for long periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Assertive and solution-focused
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work in a fast-paced environment

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organization and the overall business objectives of the organization.

For over a century, Multi-Color Corporation (MCC) has crafted premium labels for the world’s most iconic and recognizable brands. Our labels elevate emotional connections with consumers and help brands stand out in competitive markets. Honoring our rich history as a market leader, we focus on the future by developing sustainable packaging solutions and consumer-driven innovations.

MCC combines global reach with the personalized touch of local service through our network of facilities across 25+ countries. More than 12,000 teammates come together to make our industry-leading work possible and bring our True Colors to life. Join us at MCC, where every product is Labeled with Care.

Learn more atwww.mcclabel.com .

If you need assistance or an accommodation in applying, please contact our Human Resources Department at [e-mail] .

Multi-Color is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

MCC, 10215 Caneel Dr, 10215 Caneel Dr, Knoxville, Tennessee, United States of America