Press Assistant

Printpack

74d

About The Position

Printpack, a leading manufacturer of flexible packaging products, is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Press Assistant for the Converting plant in Grand Prairie, TX. This is a 2nd shift position (3pm - 11pm, Mon - Fri) and includes premium pay in the amount of $2.50/hr for hours worked from 7pm - 7am. The Press Assistant is responsible for supporting the press operator in various tasks related to the printing process, ensuring efficient operation and high-quality output. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Able to read a tape measure
• Must possess basic computer skills
• Internal candidates with a Written or higher level of counseling are ineligible to apply

Nice To Haves

• Some experience, technical skills, and Knowledge of the converting process
• Familiarity with printing press operations
• Basic Mechanical skills/aptitude

Responsibilities

• Prepare raw material rolls for printing
• Place rolls in machine and prepare for splicing
• Assist in removing rolls from rewind
• Remove and weigh startup rolls at beginning of job
• Fill and maintain viscosity of all inks and varnishes
• Change doctor blades and over fill pans
• Perform daily housekeeping tasks, including upkeep of Food Safety and 5S standards on machine
• Remove and weigh waste from unwind and rewind
• Empty refuse containers
• Make waste bales when baler is full
• Assist operation in monitoring quality and efficient operation
• Prepare pre-setup of sleeves, mandrels, anilox, and inks
• Keep machine parts clean
• Operate elevator safely during machine changeovers while swapping print cylinders, aniloxes, doctor blade chambers, and ink pans
• Assist operator in staging future jobs for pending changeovers

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Short/Long Term Disability
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions/match
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Educational Assistance
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees