FINISHING OPERATOR ASSISTANT - 3RD SHIFT

Smyth Companies LLC•Austin, MN

19h•$17 - $19

About The Position

Smyth-Austin is seeking a Finishing Operator Assistant to join a collaborative team responsible for producing high-quality labels and packaging. The role supports finishing operations by helping set up, operate, and maintain finishing equipment, inspecting products for printing defects, and completing quality documentation. The assistant also performs preventive maintenance and works with other teams and departments to support workflow and continuous improvement. This position is on the third shift, Sunday through Thursday, from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. Compensation is based on skills and experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand and bend throughout the shift.
Ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions in English.
Ability to make fact-based decisions and troubleshoot print and press problems.
Willingness to learn and adapt to changing hardware and software technologies.
Effective time management skills to meet deadlines on multiple long- and short-term projects.
Clear communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with diverse people and personalities.
Ability to provide high levels of customer service and respond promptly and thoroughly to internal customer inquiries.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of experience in a similar printing role.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and ISO quality systems.

Responsibilities

Assist with setting up, operating, and maintaining finishing machines to produce quality work.
Inspect products for printing defects, with close attention to detail.
Prepare appropriate quality sign-off documentation for assigned tasks.
Perform required preventive maintenance on assigned finishing equipment.
Work with teams and departments to support workflow and continuous improvement in finishing operations.