Press Assistant: Quality-Driven Operator Support

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision plans

Holiday Pay (6 Days Observed)

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Vacation Pay

Life Insurance

Prescription Drug Reimbursement

Referral Bonuses

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals of Columbia is seeking dependable Press Assistants to support our local printing operations team in Columbia, Missouri. You will assist the Press Operator, help with make-ready tasks, load materials, and keep the press area safe and organized.

Ideal candidates have basic manufacturing or machine operation experience and can lift up to 50 lbs. Forklift or pallet jack experience is a plus, and a strong commitment to quality is expected.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing, printing, or machine operation experience preferred.
• Ability to lift and move materials throughout the shift.
• Forklift and pallet jack experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs unassisted.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Press Operator with daily printing operations.
• Support make-ready procedures, including plate, ink, and blanket changes.
• Load and transport board and materials to and from the printing press.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on press equipment.
• Monitor print quality and assist with quality control checks.
• Properly handle and dispose of printing waste materials.
• Maintain inventory and restock pressroom supplies as needed.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Follow production schedules and safety procedures.

Skills

Machine operation

Material handling

Attention to detail

Lifting 50 lbs

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Express Employment Professionals of Columbia is seeking dependable Press Assistants to support our local printing operations team in Columbia, Missouri. You will assist the Press Operator, help with make-ready tasks, load materials, and keep the press area safe and organized.

Ideal candidates have basic manufacturing or machine operation experience and can lift up to 50 lbs. Forklift or pallet jack experience is a plus, and a strong commitment to quality is expected.