PRESS HELPER - 2nd & 3rd Shift

KDV Label Co.; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Company Paid Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Monthly Attendance Bonus Program

Employee Assistance Program

Company Events

Job summary

KDV Label is seeking a Press Helper at our Waukesha, WI facility to support high-quality label production. You will assist with keeping presses running, preparing materials, and aiding the Press Operator to ensure smooth job transitions from one run to the next.

Starting hourly rate is $18 with a $1 shift premium, with room to grow with experience. This is a frontline role in a friendly, safety-focused environment where you can start a career in printing and labels.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle physical workload (40–75 lbs)
• Basic math skills for daily tasks
• Ability to understand directions from group leaders and technicians
• Demonstrate good safety habits following safety protocols

Responsibilities

• Prepare Press Operator with essential needs to keep the press running for all jobs
• Keep press running when Press Operator is away for lunch/breaks
• Plan ahead by preparing the Press Operator for the next job
• Stock the press with material, laminate, ink, and chemicals
• Assist with changing plates, print cylinders, dies, tint sleeves and material, remove waste rolls
• Perform routine material handling and move loads safely
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment and a good safety record

Skills

Physical stamina

Basic math

Ability to follow directions

Safety awareness

Job description

Starting Hourly Rate: $18 + $1 shift premium, more with experience

At KDV Label, we’re passionate about what we do and hold ourselves, and one another, accountable to living our core values each day: craftsmanship, care, collaboration, and creativity. This creates a friendly and rewarding work environment where you can grow your career and truly be part of the team.

KDV Label has production facilities in Waukesha, Wisconsin, Loveland, Colorado, and Sugar Grove, Illinois. We have become a leader in the label industry by maintaining our strong reputation for quality, consistency, and performance.

As a Press Helper, you will be on the front lines of producing high-quality labels for our customers. Our Press Helpers are critical in preparing print jobs and keeping our presses running. This is an excellent position to start a successful career in print!

LOCATION Our Newly Constructed Building!

2230 Corporate Drive Waukesha, WI 53189

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Prepare Press Operator with all essential needs to keep the press running for all jobs each day
• Keep press running while Press Operator steps away for lunch, breaks, etc.
• Plan ahead, preparing the Press Operator for the next job
• Stock the press with material, laminate, ink, and chemicals to keep the press running
• Assist with changing plates, print cylinders, dies, tint sleeves and material, remove waste rolls
• Perform routine material handling duties including, but not limited to, hand trucks. Move loads in compliance with safe practices.
• Maintain a good safety record
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to handle physical workload on average 40lbs – 75lbs
• Mathematical Development: basic math skills needed
• Ability to understand direction from group leaders and other technician-level employees
• Demonstrate good safety habits following safety protocols

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Monthly Attendance Bonus Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Events

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of KDV Label to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all candidates and employees regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, disability, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.