Assistant, Press

4 Over llc • Arlington, TX

2d • $16 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Press Operator assists the Press Operator and Lead Press Operator with basic setup and maintenance of presses, verifying that paper sheets are the correct sizes and types. The role also ensures presses are supplied and fed with the required quantities of paper and other consumables.

The assistant supports press setup and operation, loads materials, monitors print quality, helps maintain ink levels and inventory, and assists with troubleshooting minor technical issues under the press operator’s guidance. Additional work includes cleaning equipment, preparing materials and job orders, processing paperwork, maintaining housekeeping and safety standards, wearing required PPE, attending meetings, and removing waste items for recycling.

This is a third-shift position, primarily scheduled Sunday through Thursday from 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM or a similar schedule. Shifts are eight or more hours per day, five days per week based on business needs. Training may occur at other times. The position is in a climate-controlled manufacturing plant, with regular exposure to varying noise and smells and substantial reliance on vision to check product quality. The listed pay range is $16.00–$18.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Requirements

• One year of experience working with a Sheet Fed Press Operator.
• Strong problem-solving skills when addressing machine malfunctions, material shortages, or print-quality errors.
• Ability to adapt to new printing technologies and changes in production schedules.
• Ability to manage multiple print jobs, organize workflows, prepare materials, and meet deadlines without sacrificing quality.
• Attention to detail in monitoring color accuracy, image sharpness, print placement, and production defects.
• Ability to read and understand corporate policies, job-related documents, and written and verbal instructions in English.
• Foundational math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to remain organized and efficient, manage time, and complete tasks accurately by deadlines.
• Punctuality and ability to take meal and rest breaks at scheduled times for the full allotted duration.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of frequent standing, walking, squatting, stopping, crouching, reaching, hand and finger use, and lifting or moving products weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Vision sufficient for close work, depth perception, focus adjustment, and distinguishing colors, shades, and brightness.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED equivalency.

Responsibilities

• Assist press operators in setting up, adjusting, and maintaining printing presses.
• Load and unload paper, ink, and other materials, ensuring stock is aligned and ready for printing.
• Monitor print runs for color consistency, alignment, and overall quality, and promptly report issues to the press operator.
• Assist with mixing ink and maintaining ink levels and material inventory.
• Identify minor press technical issues and assist with troubleshooting and resolution under the press operator’s guidance.
• Clean presses, rollers, and other equipment regularly.
• Support the production team by preparing materials for upcoming jobs, organizing job orders, and preparing and cleaning tools and equipment.
• Remove waste items for recycling.
• Complete and process required paperwork, records, and documents.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in work areas.
• Follow safety policies and protocols and maintain a safe working environment.
• Wear assigned personal protective equipment when required.
• Attend department and company meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, and disability insurance, plus flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care.
• Employer-paid Basic Life/AD&D coverage equal to one times the employee’s annual salary, up to $500,000.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a discretionary employer match, typically 50% of employee deferrals up to 6% of compensation, and immediate vesting.
• Nine paid holidays.
• Accumulating PTO available after 90 days of continuous and active full-time service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED