Press Assistant Operator

Bryce Corporation • Searcy, AR

6d

About The Position

Performs prescribed duties and assists the Press Operator in setting up and running a flexographic press that prints multicolored designs and lettering on flexible web materials such as plastic, cellophane, and paper. The position supports press preparation and operation by handling raw materials, inks, films, cylinders, and other equipment; monitoring and recording ink and film information; maintaining supplies; and helping ensure print quality and safe, clean work areas. The role also provides on-the-job preparation for the Press Operator position as a mandatory promotional step and supports emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Press Operator with setup by obtaining inks and films, checking them against the production order, and assembling required items such as pans, pumps, and covers.
• Assist with loading press cylinders, typically 1–10 per job and weighing 75–280 pounds each.
• Load the correct film onto the unwind, check it for defects, maintain accurate weight records, and verify the print side using the base film guide.
• Lift unwind shafts, approximately 30–75 pounds each, to remove empty cores and load new ones as needed.
• Fill ink pumps, secure hoses, and transfer ink to the designated printing unit.
• Set ink viscosities to prescribed standards using a Zahn cup and timer.
• Lift and transport ink kits weighing approximately 15–75 pounds as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of inks, solvents, and related materials brought to the press.
• Maintain adequate ink and film supplies at the press and replenish unwind material as required.
• Check and document ink viscosities at prescribed intervals and ensure sufficient ink volume.
• Assist the operator in matching printed ink samples to color standards at prescribed intervals.
• Monitor the web for problems when the operator is absent and respond accordingly.
• Clean equipment and work areas and secure materials for upcoming jobs as production activity allows.
• Keep the floor free of liquid.
• Return ink and other materials to designated storage areas with proper information attached, occasionally with assistance from the operator.
• Clean ink equipment in the automatic vat as required.
• Work with the operator to facilitate learning and preparation for the Press Operator job, including for emergency situations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed