Press Assistant Day shift

Graham Personnel Services; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Graham Personnel Services in Greensboro, NC is seeking dependable Press Assistants for a manufacturing facility. The Press Assistant will support press operations, assist with machine setup, handle materials, and ensure production runs safely and efficiently on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.

This 12-hour shift runs from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Candidates must be able to lift about 25 pounds overhead, perform repetitive tasks, and follow strict safety and workplace hygiene guidelines.

Qualifications

• Must be able to speak and understand English.
• Previous manufacturing or production experience preferred.
• Ability to perform repetitive lifting and physical tasks.
• Ability to lift approximately 25 pounds overhead.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily press machine operations.
• Load and position materials into press chambers.
• Lift and handle shafts approximately 4–5 feet long, weighing around 25 pounds, and position them overhead to insert into press chambers.
• Assist machine operators with production tasks and equipment setup.
• Monitor production processes and report any issues.
• Follow all safety procedures and operating instructions.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Meet production goals and quality standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Physical endurance

Job description

Press Assistant – 1st Shift

Company: Graham Personnel Services

Location: Greensboro, NC

Pay Rate: $17.25 per hour

Shift: 1st Shift

Schedule: 2-2-3 Rotating Schedule

Hours: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Job Summary

Graham Personnel Services is currently seeking dependable and hardworking Press Assistants for a manufacturing facility in Greensboro, NC. The Press Assistant will be responsible for supporting press operations, assisting with machine setup, handling materials, and ensuring production runs safely and efficiently. This position requires physical strength, attention to detail, and the ability to follow strict safety and workplace hygiene guidelines. Candidates must be comfortable performing physically demanding tasks throughout a 12-hour shift.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with daily press machine operations.
• Load and position materials into press chambers.
• Lift and handle shafts approximately 4–5 feet long, weighing around 25 pounds, and position them overhead to insert into press chambers.
• Assist machine operators with production tasks and equipment setup.
• Monitor production processes and report any issues.
• Follow all safety procedures and operating instructions.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Meet production goals and quality standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be able to speak and understand English.
• Previous manufacturing or production experience preferred.
• Ability to perform repetitive lifting and physical tasks.
• Ability to lift approximately 25 pounds overhead.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow safety instructions and procedures.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Important Workplace Requirements

Due to manufacturing safety and hygiene standards, the following requirements must be followed:

• No jewelry allowed.
• No artificial or fake nails.
• No fake eyelashes.
• No perfume or cologne.
• Steel-toed safety shoes are required.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing and walking throughout the shift.
• Repetitive lifting and material handling.
• Ability to lift approximately 25-pound shafts overhead.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks during a 12-hour shift.