Press Helper

Modern Litho, Inc.; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company 401(k) Plan with EmployerMatch

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexing

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

9 Paid Holidays

$1,000 Referral Bonus

Employee Wellness Program

Job summary

Modern Litho, Inc. is seeking a Press Helper for our night shift in Jefferson City, MO. You will assist the Operator on an offset press, read job tickets, and ensure quality and accurate registration.

You will hang plates, prepare materials, keep the press area clean, and enter time and costs into the system. Overtime may be required; strong attendance and basic computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be quality minded and pay attention to detail.
• Must be able to read and understand a job ticket.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Must have strong attendance and good work ethic.
• Ability to work overtime when necessary.
• Must be at least 18 years of age to operate equipment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Mathematical skills necessary to compute percentages, weights, and measurements.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently read and understand job tickets.
• Identify correct weight, brand, and finish of paper.
• Hang proper plates according to job ticket.
• Maintain clean press and work area.
• Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot roll and skid feeders.
• Enter time, materials, and costs into computer system.

Skills

Quality minded

Read job tickets

Mechanical aptitude

Attendance

Overtime capable

Age 18+

Basic computer skills

Math skills

Communication skills

Job description

Join a Legacy of Quality, Innovation, and Community

Modern Litho is a local, family-owned printing company with over 85 years of industry-leading experience. We specialize in high-quality commercial printing and proudly serve clients across the country. As a family-owned business, we value our employees and cultivate a supportive, team-oriented environment with opportunities for growth and long-term success. Join us and become a part of a company that blends cutting-edge expertise with deep-rooted community values.

Freshly Printed: The Role You Have Been Looking For

As a Press Helper you will assist the Operator in all duties required for the operation of the offset press, to include assurance of quality of printed image and accurate registration. The Press Helper must independently read job tickets to understand specifications and consistently ensure plates and paper are staged for the next job.

From Set up to Finish: Your Role in the Process

• Independently read and understand job tickets
• Identify correct weight, brand, and finish of paper
• Hang proper plates according to job ticket
• Maintain clean press and work area
• Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot roll and skid feeders
• Enter time, materials, and costs into computer system

The Fine Print: What you need to Succeed

• Must be quality minded and pay attention to detail
• Must be able to read and understand a job ticket
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Must have strong attendance and good work ethic
• Ability to work overtime when necessary
• Must be at least 18 years of age to operate equipment
• Basic computer skills
• Mathematical skills necessary to compute percentages, weights, and measurements
• Strong communication skills

Your Production Schedule:

• Night Shift 8:00pm - 6:00am Monday - Thursday
• Overtime available

All The Good Stuff:

• Company 401(k) Plan with Employer Match
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Voluntary Benefits: Short-Term Disability, Long- Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 9 Paid Holidays
• $1,000 Referral Bonus
• Employee Wellness Program