Production Assistant - 12HR Nights (Direct Mail)

Nahan Printing, Inc; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K & Profit Sharing with Employer…

Employer-paid Short/Long-Term DI

Voluntary benefits: Accident & Illness

Job summary

Nahan Printing, Inc. is seeking a Production Assistant for the 12HR Nights shift (7p–7a) in Minnesota. This role supports on-floor finishing operations, gains practical mechanical skills, and contributes to live projects in a collaborative setting.

The position is full-time, non-exempt with a $14.00–$19.00 per hour wage and a $2.00 shift differential. It requires a high school diploma and offers employer-paid disability insurance along with additional voluntary benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• On-the-job training provided.
• Basic safety and quality awareness for manufacturing environments.
• Ability to learn mechanical aspects of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily operations and team projects on the floor.
• Fill trays/boxes and stack on pallets.
• Document and perform quality checks and keep workspaces organized.
• Prepare tray tags and maintain production paperwork.
• Complete tasks promptly to meet production timelines.
• Support team members with various operational tasks.
• Assist with 6S initiatives and safety procedures.
• Follow all Nahan safety and quality standards.
• Work assigned shifts, including weekends and overtime.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Follow instructions

Communication

Teamwork

Math & measurement

Time management

Mechanical learning

English fluency

Education

High School Diploma

On-the-job training provided

Job description

• Employee Type Full Time Non-Exempt

Job Title: Production Assistant - 12HR Nights

Department: Direct Mail

Reports To: Production Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Wage Range: $14.00-19.00/HR

Shifts: 12HR Nights (7p-7a)

Shift Differential: $2.00

*Base pay is based on job-related skills, experience, credentials, role scope, and location. Candidates outside the posted range are encouraged to apply, as qualifications and market factors may influence consideration.

Job Summary:

A Production Assistant will provide internal production support on the floor for all the finishing machines and other departments. They will gain practical experience, develop mechanical skills, and contribute to real projects in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with daily operations and team projects.
• Fill trays/boxes & stack on pallets
• Help with documentation, product quality checks and organization of workspaces.
• Find & prepare tray tags
• Complete tasks in a timeframe that aligns with production expectations.
• Support team members with various operational tasks.
• Support 6S initiatives as required.
• Follow all Nahan safety and quality standards.
• Work assigned shifts, including weekends and overtime, as required.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills and Abilities Required:

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to display and engage in good communication skills (written, verbal & listening)
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Good math skills, ability to use and understand a ruler.
• Good time management skills and organizational skills.
• Ability to learn mechanical aspects of equipment.
• Proficiency/fluent with English language, both written and verbal.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• On-the-job training provided.
• 100% Employer Paid Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Other Voluntary Employee Benefits i.e. (Accident & Critical Illness)
• 401K & Profit Sharing with Employer Match

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The work environmental characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job operates in both an Office and Manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this job inside the office and manufacturing facility, the employee is frequently exposed to normal to moderate working conditions for a manufacturing facility with a noise level that is usually moderate to loud and office conditions where the employee is frequently exposed to normal office conditions with a noise level that is usually quiet to moderate. The role routinely uses printing equipment and machines, as well as office equipment such as laptops, computers, etc.

While performing the duties of this job, this position requires frequent verbal, and/or written communication and active engagement with others, as well as the ability to remain attentive and responsive in a dynamic office/production environment. The employee may be required to stand for long periods of time as well as use hands or fingers to reach or handle, and to reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee will regularly lift 25lbs or more at a time. All vision abilities are required to encompass close-up work. Employees must be able to tolerate and endure extended seasonal hours and maintain alertness to meet deadlines.

Occasionally while performing duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to machinery and moving parts, airborne particles including paper dust and hazardous materials or fumes, which may require the use of PPE. The employee may be exposed to adverse weather conditions, extended seasonal hours, high precarious places, and confined spaces. The nose level in some of the work environments may require the use of hearing protection.

About the Company

Nahan was founded 60 plus years ago by a local family in the heart of Minnesota. It is a deeply human company from how we work with each other, how we serve our clients, to how we reach customers. We provide full service direct marketing with award winning results. Innovation and insight inform everything we do. Our success is rooted in putting people first, doing the right thing for our clients and associates and delivering the highest levels of quality. In a world where personalization and customization are valued above all, we make messages feel personal while keeping the process simple. We’re here to listen to, create and deliver results to our clients. Our winning track record is based on proof, not promises. We consistently deliver big wins, better performance and continual growth for marketers. We’re Nahan-real people making real connections.

Disclaimer

This job description is not a complete description of responsibility but reflects the general qualifications, duties and/or responsibilities necessary to perform this position. All candidates who receive a written offer of employment will be required to successfully complete and pass a background check, a physical test, as well as test for commonly abused controlled substances in accordance with the Company’s Drug Free Workplace Policy. Nahan reserves the right to revise the job description as a circumstance warrant. Nahan is an at-will employer, which means that either the employee or the company may terminate the relationship at any time, with or without notice, and with or without cause.

B ase pay is based on job-related skills, experience, credentials, role scope, and location. Candidates outside the posted range are encouraged to apply, as qualifications and market factors may influence consideration. Nahan is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or any other characteristic projected by law.