Press Operator Assistant

Lakeside Book Company in; Kendallville (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$100 Safety Shoe Reimbursement

$150 Safety Glasses Reimbursement

Tools Provided

2+ Weeks’ Vacation

Cross-training

Job summary

Lakeside Book Company in Kendallville, IN is hiring a Press Operator Assistant for a 12-hour night shift. Starting at $22.00/hour with a 7.5% night differential. The role involves assisting the Press Operator, moving books, and ensuring the press outputs quality products.

Tools will be provided; vacations are available and cross-training is offered. Prior machine experience is preferred, and candidates should be able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand throughout the shift.

Qualifications

• Experience in machine operation preferred.
• Detail-oriented with good communication skills.
• Ability to work in teams or alone and motivate others.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Press Operator with the daily press operation.
• Ensure the press produces products meeting customer expectations.
• Collaborate with team and cross-train with others.
• Receive training to help advance your career.
• Move gathered books from end of press and place on skids.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Good communication

Computer literacy

Tools

Tools provided

Job description

Press Operator Assistant

Starting Range: Starting at $22.00 an hour for day shift with a 7.5% an hour shift differential for night shift.

Additional Incentives:

• $100 Safety Shoe Reimbursement
• $150 Safety Glasses Reimbursement
• Company will provide all tools necessary
• 2+ Weeks’ Vacation (years of experience in trade considered)
• Cross-training provided

Work Hours: 12-hour shift (nights)

Location: 3094 Lester Dr. Kendallville, IN

As our Press Assistant, you will:

• Assist the Press Operator with the everyday operation of the press
• Ensure Press is producing product to exceed our customers’ expectations
• Work in a team environment and cross-train with others
• Receive training to help advance your career
• Move gathered books from end of press and place on skids

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to Lift and carry up to 50 pound
• Must be able to stand for the entire duration of your shift

Qualifications:

• Experience – Previous machine experience preferred
• Attention to detail, good communication skills, comfortable with computer applications.
• Ability to work in teams or alone and ability to motivate other team members