Press Room Assistant — Quality, Setup & Maintenance

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Pittsburg (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Holiday Pay

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Vacation Pay

Life Insurance

Prescription Drug Reimbursement

Referral Bonuses

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals of Pittsburg is seeking a dependable Press Assistant to support a local printing operations team. You will assist the Press Operator with daily printing tasks, help with make-ready procedures, load materials, and monitor quality while keeping the press area clean and safe.

Ideal candidates have basic manufacturing or machine operation experience and can lift up to 50lbs. Forklift experience is a plus, and a strong attention to detail is essential for quality

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, printing, or machine operation preferred but not required.
• Ability to lift and move materials throughout the shift.
• Forklift and Pallet Jack experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs unassisted.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Press Operator with daily printing operations.
• Support make-ready procedures, including plate, ink, and blanket changes.
• Load and transport board and materials to and from the printing press.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on press equipment.
• Monitor print quality and assist with quality control checks.
• Properly handle and dispose of printing waste materials.
• Maintain inventory and restock pressroom supplies as needed.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Follow production schedules and safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality orientation

Physical stamina

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Express Employment Professionals of Pittsburg is seeking a dependable Press Assistant to support a local printing operations team. You will assist the Press Operator with daily printing tasks, help with make-ready procedures, load materials, and monitor quality while keeping the press area clean and safe.

Ideal candidates have basic manufacturing or machine operation experience and can lift up to 50lbs. Forklift experience is a plus, and a strong attention to detail is essential for quality