Press Assistant - Day Shift

About the Role

As a Press Assistant you support the setup, operation, changeover, and maintenance of flexographic printing presses, working side‑by‑side with the Press Operator to keep production running safely, efficiently, and with minimal waste.

Responsibilities

• Support the Press Operator during press setup, operation, and changeovers to minimize waste and downtime.
• Stage ink, plates, cores, and materials in preparation for upcoming jobs.
• Retrieve ink from inventory and assist with cutting and preparing cores as needed.
• Perform general cleaning and empty waste bins to maintain an organized work area.
• Follow all GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) and safety requirements.
• Assist with routine press maintenance and support efficient production workflows.
• Coordinate daily responsibilities with the Operator to keep production on schedule.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support press and production operations.

Requirements

• No prior experience required; training will be provided.
• Ability to work effectively in an active team environment.
• Physical ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Capability to differentiate colors and perform basic math (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Ability to read a ruler to 1/32 of an inch.
• Commitment to follow GMP and safety protocols.

Pay

Starting pay $20.00 per hour plus a 6 % shift premium ($21.20 per hour) and a $2,000 sign‑on bonus.

Schedule

Day shift: 5:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Thursday through Saturday, with every other Sunday. No swing or rotating shifts.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental programs.
• Life insurance.
• Generous paid time off program.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Benefits eligibility on the first day of employment.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement within an innovative, fast‑growing company.