Press Assistant

Printpack • Grand Prairie, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Printpack is seeking a Press Assistant for its Converting plant in Grand Prairie, Texas. This entry-level position supports press operations by performing essential support tasks, maintaining equipment cleanliness, assisting with material handling, and following safety and quality standards. The Press Assistant helps the Press Operator maintain efficient operations and produce quality products. The position offers foundational printing-operations experience and opportunities for advancement through demonstrated competency and skill development.

The schedule is a 12-hour night shift from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. on a rotating 3/2 schedule: Sun/Wed/Thurs and Mon/Tues/Fri/Sat. A $2.50-per-hour night-shift premium applies only to hours worked between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m.; hours outside that period do not receive the premium.

The role is primarily performed in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise above 80 dB, complex machinery, solvents, fumes, inks, and variable temperatures. The position requires physical capability, attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to work flexible shifts, potentially including nights, weekends, and holidays. Printpack states that it is an equal-opportunity employer and provides a contact for applicants seeking reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to safely operate material-handling equipment; must be able to become certified in such equipment.
• Basic mathematical skills for measurements and calculations.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and standard operating procedures accurately.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic computer literacy and ability to multitask.
• Problem-identification and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and willingness to learn and adapt to new procedures.
• Knowledge of basic printing processes and equipment, material-handling requirements, cleaning and maintenance procedures, Food Safety standards, safety protocols, and time management.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds and stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to climb, kneel, bend, reach, stoop, squat, grasp, push, pull, and perform fine motor tasks.
• Ability to pass the Ishihara color test, climb ladders and stairs safely, work at heights, and wear required PPE, including hearing protection, steel-toe shoes, and safety glasses.
• Must pass a pre-employment assessment; drug screening and background check are required.
• For internal applicants: demonstrate Core Values; be in good standing without disciplinary action or attendance issues; have a performer or higher rating in the last review; demonstrate urgency in production recovery situations; and have been in the current role for at least 120 days.

Nice To Haves

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Previous Press or Pre-Press experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Press Operator with quality monitoring, machine-efficiency optimization, and staging future jobs for changeovers.
• Manage ink and coating systems, including viscosity control and filling and maintaining inks, varnishes, adhesives, and cold seals.
• Prepare rolls, load and splice materials, and remove finished products and waste materials.
• Perform equipment maintenance, including doctor blade changes and machine cleaning, and participate in scheduled Preventative Maintenance programs.
• Safely operate the elevator and handle press components during changeovers, including print cylinders, aniloxes, doctor blade chambers, and ink pans.
• Prepare and organize sleeves, mandrels, anilox rolls, inks, and other pre-setup materials for job transitions.
• Follow waste-management procedures, including weighing startup rolls and waste materials and emptying refuse containers.
• Maintain Food Safety standards and 5S methodology through housekeeping and workplace organization.
• Monitor and replenish inks, adhesives, and other operational supplies while maintaining inventory levels.
• Assist with quality-control inspection procedures, maintain cleanliness standards, and follow safety protocols.

Benefits

• An additional $2.50-per-hour premium for night-shift hours worked between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m.

What This Job Offers

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