Press Helper (3rd Shift)

Taylor Corporation; North Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Dental

Vision

Wellness program

401(k) with match

Paid time off + holidays

Job summary

Taylor Corporation, a dynamic North Mankato division, is hiring for Production Assembly and Support. This role involves hand operations, packing, stacking, and following detailed work instructions to produce orders to spec.

You will float across departments and support coworkers while maintaining safety rules. The position offers a steady evening shift 5pm–5am on Wednesday to Friday with every other Saturday, and comprehensive benefits including health plans, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, interpret, and decipher work orders and safety documents.
• Ability to perform basic math operations in all units of measure.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors.
• Ability to work across departments and follow instructions precisely.
• Commitment to safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform hand operations such as applying labels, cutting, wrapping, and foot-controlled tasks.
• Pack products, seal boxes, and inspect for defects prior to shipment.
• Stack, pack, and transport printed materials on pallets as needed.
• Read and follow job instructions to produce orders to specification.
• Float across departments to assist where needed and maintain attendance.
• Follow safety rules and perform duties seated or standing as required.

Skills

Read & decipher orders

Basic math skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Ability to follow instructions

Job description

Taylor Corporation is a growing, dynamic company with big plans for the future ― and our people. Family owned and proud of it, we power our employees’ potential and strive to create opportunity and security for every member of the team. We’re passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we’re in this for the long haul.

Your Opportunity:

Precision Press, a division of Taylor Corporation, is looking for a Production Assembly and Support team member in our North Mankato-MN facility.

Work Authorization:

To be considered for the Taylor opportunities, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

Your Responsibilities:

• Perform various hand operations such as applying labels to products, cut, wrap products, use tape dispensers and the use of feet for flexion/repetitive motion as in operating foot controls
• Pack products in boxes and tape lids of boxes shut appropriately for proper shipping while inspecting product for any quality defects
• Stack, pack, and transport printed materials in various stages of completion on pallets as it accumulates on delivery tables of specific equipment
• Responsible for reading and following specific job instructions to produce an order according to spec
• Maintain attendance according to facility guidelines as well as be able to work constructively with co-workers, supervisors, vendors while performing daily responsibilities.
• Ability and willingness to float across departments and assist where needed
• Follow safety rules, procedures and standards
• Duties may occasionally be performed while seated but will likely be performed while standing

General Examples: Crater/Packer II, Light Assembler II, Folder Operator Assistant, Floor Assembler II, General Laborer, Sr., Electronics Assembler I, Precision Assembler I, May operate base equipment when needed

Your Shift:

Wednesday - Friday with every other Saturday, 5pm to 5am

You Must Have:

• Ability to read, interpret, and decipher general written instructions from documents such as work orders, parts orders, safety regulations, operating procedures, or other job specific written documents
• Ability to speak and communicate effectively with fellow employees
• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form

Requirements Within This Position:

• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information and ideas so others will understand
• Ability to work in an environment with regular exposure to printing inks, solvents, and chemicals; required to follow all safety procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Regularly required to remain in a stationary position
• Constantly operates machinery and handles products including print materials
• Frequently required to move inside the facility
• Regularly move up to 25+ pounds (lift, push, pull and/or carry)

The anticipated hourly range for this position is $17 - 19.

The actual base offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The range listed is just one component of Taylor Corporation’s total compensation and benefits package for employees.

About Taylor Corporation

One of the largest print and communications firms in North America, Taylor’s family of companies provides a diverse set of products, services and technologies that address the toughest business challenges. We work diligently each day to create printed and digital marketing communication solutions that help power many of the world’s most recognizable brands. With more than 50 years of category expertise and 10,000 employees spanning dozens of U.S. states and multiple countries, Taylor serves businesses and distributors both large and small.

Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including a choice of several health plans, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and 64 hours of annual holiday pay.

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Taylor Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Taylor Corporation including all partners and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

Taylor Corporation is a dynamic, diversified company with big plans for the future – and your career.