Press Helper - 2nd Shift, Growth & Benefits

Vomela Company; Minnesota; On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Retirement plan (401k)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Job summary

Vomela Company is seeking a Press Helper to support the lead press operator and keep our production line running smoothly on the 2nd shift (4 ten-hour shifts). The role offers a competitive hourly pay rate of $19 to $24 and opportunities to build hands-on skills in a busy visual communications environment.

You will assist with setup, plating, ink preparation, and routine maintenance, follow safety policies, and collaborate with team members to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years of production or press-related experience preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead press operator with setup of feeder end, rails, brushes, wheels, double sheet detector, and loading stock.
• Prepare and hang plates, assist with blanket washing and back cylinder cleaning.
• Pre-load feeder continuously to enable quick pile changes during press runs.
• Collaborate with press operator to gather job tickets, plate files, color proofs, and necessary inks.
• Mix inks if necessary, prepare ink units, and maintain ink levels during production runs.
• Perform routine press maintenance and assist other press operators with paper handling as needed.
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and good housekeeping practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Vomela Company is seeking a Press Helper to support the lead press operator and keep our production line running smoothly on the 2nd shift (4 ten-hour shifts). The role offers a competitive hourly pay rate of $19 to $24 and opportunities to build hands-on skills in a busy visual communications environment.

You will assist with setup, plating, ink preparation, and routine maintenance, follow safety policies, and collaborate with team members to meet production goals.