Press Helper - US

OpSec Security; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

OpSec Security is looking for a Press Helper located in Lancaster County, United States. The Press Helper will handle printing tasks while ensuring quality and timely completion of jobs. Responsibilities include reviewing specifications, verifying materials, inspecting products, and maintaining the cleanliness of the pressroom. Candidates should have a High School diploma and 1-2 years of relevant experience. The position demands physical endurance and the ability to work in a factory setting with varying conditions.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of press help experience.
• Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver heavy materials.
• Good hand-eye coordination for tools.

Responsibilities

• Handles print, conversion, and finishing steps.
• Verifies accuracy of materials and supplies.
• Inspects products for defects.
• Completes paperwork for time and materials.

Skills

Quality work within deadlines

Professional interaction with others

Team contribution

Independent work ability

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, supplies materials, holds tools, and maintains 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 corrects 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 handles security products and waste appropriately.

Position Qualifications

Education

• High School diploma or GED required.

Experience

• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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