Press Assistant

Multi-Color Corporation Recruiting • Knoxville, TN

12d

About The Position

The Press Assistant supports the setup and operation of printing presses in accordance with printing specifications and customer requirements. The role assists the Press Operator with press preparation, quality checks, changeovers, cleaning, and production documentation. It may provide backup support during operator absences, breaks, or downtime, including operating equipment under supervision. The position also requires maintaining a safe, clean work area, following company policies and procedures, and contributing to process improvements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to communicate and interact well with others verbally and in writing and to work as a team player.
• Ability to read and understand a job ticket.
• Ability to read a ruler and understand measurements; must be able to pass a ruler test.
• Correctable vision to 20/20; must be able to pass an eye test.
• Ability to differentiate colors; must be able to pass a color test.
• Ability to input data into a computer.
• Ability to work in a team environment with a high sense of urgency to complete assigned activities on time.
• Self-motivation, focus, and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to stand and move around the press area for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Assertive, solution-focused approach.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and work in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Print shop experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor print and seam quality, remove defective material, and splice web according to specifications.
• Use a ruler, safety knife, and hole punch for splicing and other tasks as needed.
• Handle and palletize rolls without causing damage.
• Recognize basic printing and seam-related defects.
• Accurately record and enter production data in the Radius system.
• Assist the Press Operator with make-ready tasks, including mounting cylinders and preparing inks, substrates, tooling, and anilox rollers according to the Job Ticket and Product Specification.
• Perform press-side quality checks for copy, color, registration, and ink adhesion, as well as functional inspections.
• Support efficient changeovers, including wash-up and setup planning.
• Clean plates, cylinders, and ink pans; lubricate the press as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area through daily housekeeping and 6S practices.
• Follow plant and corporate safety rules and immediately report concerns to a supervisor.
• Participate in process-improvement initiatives and special projects.
• Provide backup support during operator absences, breaks, or downtime, potentially operating equipment under supervision.
• Communicate job status, mechanical or material issues, and critical updates to the team and supervisor.
• Practice Lean Manufacturing principles and sustain 6S standards.
• Meet attendance, production, and quality standards and comply with MCC policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation starting at $22.00 per hour.
• Shift differentials: $2.00 for second shift and $1.50 for third shift.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k).
• Paid holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and two floating holidays.

What This Job Offers

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