Pressroom - Assistant Press Operator 1

Lakeside Book Company; Crawfordsville (IN); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety shoes reimbursement

Safety glasses reimbursement

Tools provided

Paid training

2 weeks vacation

4 days on / 4 days off schedule

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

Lakeside Book Company in Crawfordsville, IN is seeking an Assistant Press Operator for the Night Shift (7pm-7am, 4 on/4 off). Starting pay is $24.00-$30.25 per hour (Day Shift) plus 7% Night Shift Premium.

You will assist with press setup, operate presses, install plates, adjust color and register, and perform routine maintenance. On-the-job training and career growth opportunities are offered in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Mechanical troubleshooting and minor adjustments on equipment.
• General experience with presses.

Responsibilities

• Assist Press Operator with press setup and make-ready tasks.
• Operate and maintain printing presses.
• Install plates and blankets to ensure high-quality output.
• Make necessary color or register adjustments.
• Assist in replacing press rollers using hand tools.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs.

Skills

Mechanical Skills

Technical Knowledge

Problem-Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Team Player

Job description

Assistant Press Operator -

Night Shift 7p-7a, 4on 4off

Starting Pay: $24.00-$30.25 per hour (Day Shift) + 7% Night Shift Premium

Location: Crawfordsville, IN (North Plant: 1009 Sloan Street | South Plant: 600 State Road 32 West) Work Schedule: 12 hour Shifts | 4 on 4 off, nights

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay & Shift Premiums
• Safety First: $100 Safety Shoes & $100 Safety Glasses Reimbursement
• All Tools Provided – No out-of-pocket costs for equipment
• Paid Training & Career Growth Opportunities
• Work-Life Balance: 2 weeks vacation & consistent 4 days on / 4 days off schedule
• Team-Oriented Environment

About the Role:

As our Assistant Press Operator, you will support press operations, ensure quality, and maintain efficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will work closely with the Press Operator and receive on-the-job training to help advance your career.

• Assist Press Operator with press setup and make-ready tasks
• Operate & maintain printing presses
• Install plates and blankets to ensure high-quality output
• Make necessary color or register adjustments
• Assist in replacing press rollers using hand tools
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs

What We’re Looking For:

• Mechanical Skills: Ability to troubleshoot and perform minor mechanical adjustments on equipment
• Technical Knowledge: General experience with presses.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to troubleshoot and make necessary adjustments
• Attention to Detail: Ensuring high-quality production output
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Physical & Technical Requirements:

• Physical Stamina: Ability to lift to 50 lbs. occasionally and 25 lbs. Frequently
• Endurance: Must be able to stand for the entire shift (12 hours)
• Technical Skills: Ability to read job specifications, perform maintenance, read a micrometer, and use basic math & computer skills

Internal applicants: must be in good standing with no active disciplinary actions