Press Helper - US

Crane Authentication; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Crane Authentication seeks a Press Helper to support all printing, conversion, and finishing steps. You will verify materials, aid in setup, and maintain cleanliness of the press area to ensure timely, accurate production.

Responsibilities include checking job specs, inspecting for defects, handling paperwork, and collaborating with Quality Assurance to uphold quality standards in a manufacturing environment. Must be able to stand for long periods and lift materials.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years of press help experience.

Responsibilities

• Reviews job specifications to determine product requirements, including appearance and performance.
• Verifies accuracy of materials and supplies (e.g., print plates, cylinders, inks, coatings, dies).
• Inspects products for defects (spots, streaks, scratches, etc.) and correct as needed.
• Adheres to quality and security protocols, including inspection, splicing, winding, labeling, and product disposition.
• Completes paperwork for time and materials, maintaining job and lot separation with clear labels.
• Consults with Quality Assurance on product standards and deviations.
• Keeps the pressroom clean and organized, ensuring clean-up and product disposition.
• Follows building security guidelines and handle security products and waste appropriately.

Skills

Quality control

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary & Objective

The Press Helper handles all print, conversion, and finishing steps for assigned jobs, ensuring quality and timely completion. This role ensures accurate paperwork, supplying materials, holding tools, and maintaining cleanliness of work areas and equipment.

Essential Functions Performed by the Position

• Reviews job specifications to determine product requirements, including appearance and performance.
• Verifies accuracy of materials and supplies (e.g., print plates, cylinders, inks, coatings, dies).
• Inspects products for defects (spots, streaks, scratches, etc.) and correct as needed.
• Adheres to quality and security protocols, including inspection, splicing, winding, labeling, and product disposition.
• Completes paperwork for time and materials, maintaining job and lot separation with clear labels.
• Consults with Quality Assurance on product standards and deviations.
• Keeps the pressroom clean and organized, ensuring clean-up and product disposition.
• Follows building security guidelines and handle security products and waste appropriately.

Position Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.

• 1-2 years of press help experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with other employees, customers, and suppliers.
• Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
• Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating.work efforts with other employees and organizations.

Physical Characteristics and Demands

• Must be able to stand for extended periods during shift.
• Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver heavy materials and supplies.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for handling tools and equipment.
• Comfort with repetitive tasks and movements.
• Ability to bend, stoop, and reach to perform various tasks.
• Ability to work in a factory environment with varying temperatures and noise levels.
• Capability to work efficiently under physical demands for extended periods.