Press Helper - Night Shift

Fanatics; Allen (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Fanatics is seeking a Press Helper to support feeding, wash-ups, and make-readies in a high-volume printing environment. You will keep presses and work areas clean, verify stock, and assist with quality checks according to job tickets.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of press experience, is safety-conscious, and able to perform repetitive tasks with accuracy on a rotating 6pm–6am schedule. Physical work and teamwork are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; sheetfed press experience required.
• Minimum 1–2 years press experience.
• Able to perform repetitive tasks and be punctual.
• On-the-job OSHA training and safety compliance are required.
• Willingness to follow supervisor instructions and work with team.

Responsibilities

• Operate offset printing press and make-readies.
• Inspect paper stock and assess plate for defects; report issues.
• Measure paper thickness and adjust machinery accordingly.
• Perform quality checks and feeder/delivery adjustments.
• Replace worn rollers and adjust press pressure as needed.
• Set up inline coating processes with aqueous/UV coatings.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness; follow company procedures.
• Work in other manufacturing areas as instructed.

Skills

Tedious tasks

Attendance

Safety compliance

Achievement oriented

Cooperation

Communication skills

Follows directions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Sheetfed press experience

Job description

About Us

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally.

About The Company

Fanatics Collectibles is a new company operating at the intersection of collectibles, culture, and technology. Backed by world-class investors, operators, and sports & entertainment partners, we are building the global leader in next-generation collectibles. As part of the broader Fanatics ecosystem, we leverage a digital sports platform that spans over 900 sports properties and engages more than 81 million fans. Together, we are reimagining every part of the collectibles experience for fans, partners, and creators.

Role Summary

The Press Helper operates feeder, prepares loads, assists with wash-ups and make-readies and keeps the press and press areas clean.

Schedule

6pm-6am on a rotating schedule.

Essential Functions

• Assists with make-readies and with operation of offset printing press.
• Examines paper stock to ensure that it matches job ticket.
• Examines offset printing plate for visual defects and applies correcting solution to repair minor defects or informs supervisor of non-repairable plates.
• Applies packing sheet to blanket cylinder to build up blanket thickness to diameter of plate cylinder.
• Measures paper thickness and adjusts space between blanket and impression cylinders according to thickness of paper stock.
• Performs rule outs and various quality checks on printed material.
• Makes adjustments to feeder and delivery mechanism.
• Removes and replaces worn rollers and adjusts pressure between rollers of press, using hand tools.
• Set up inline coater using Aqueous and UV-cured coatings.
• Performs job duties in accordance with company safety rules.
• Performs proper and required maintenance as well as cleaning of press.
• Work on job assignments in other manufacturing areas as instructed.

Qualifications

• Comfort Performing Tedious Tasks-Able to perform repetitive tasks for long periods of time.
• Attendance- Works with supervisor to help cover difficult times. Shows up on time when scheduled and willing to work overtime as required.
• Conscientiousness/Safety - Strictly adheres to all company policies and procedures, complies with safety regulations.
• Achievement Orientation - Strives to be successful at tasks and to meet or exceed goals. Accepts targets and goals, and makes certain they are met
• Cooperativeness – Willing to take direction from supervisors and 1st press operator. Willing to follow rules.
• Communication Skills - Has the ability to clearly convey directions, information and/or feedback both verbally and in writing
• Follows Directions - Is able to easily understand instructions and complete tasks with minimal supervision.

Education

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) preferred. Sheetfed press experience required.

Experience

• Proficient and knowledgeable in machine set up, troubleshooting and operation.
• Minimum of 1-2 years press experience required.

Skills & Abilities

• On The Job Training: Annual OSHA required training including pallet jack and forklift training as assigned

Other Requirements

• Ability to: Read, write, perform mathematical computations, use measurement devises and record data. Ability to accurately distinguish color variation. Possess mechanical aptitude.

General Movement

• Stand: Constantly (more than 5.5 hours/day)
• Walk: Frequently (2.5–5.5 hours/day)
• Handle objects: Constantly
• Reach outward: Constantly
• Reach above shoulder: Occasionally (up to 2.5 hours/day)
• Squat or Kneel: Occasionally
• Bend: Constantly

Strength Requirements

• Regularly lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 100 lbs.

Other Physical Requirements

• Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth Perception)
• Sense of Sound
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (such as Safety Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection)

Work Environment

While performing Essential Duties and Responsibilities of this job, the employee regularly works near moving equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Employees in this position may be advised or required to utilize personal protective equipment including but not limited to: ear protection, eye protection, and lifting equipment.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. This person will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their supervisor.