Assistant Press Operator

Assistant Press Operator Job Locations US-IL-St. Charles ID 2026-34958 Category Manufacturing Position Type Full Time Pay Type Hourly Company Overview Why Choose Us?

Job Description Assistant Press Operator St. Charles, IL Compensation Includes Pay Range: $24.64/hr - $32.17/hr + $1.00 shift differential for the 2nd shift &$1.50 shift differential for 3rd shift Available Shift 2nd: 3:00pm - 11:00pm , Monday - Friday 3rd: 11:0 pm - 7:00 am, Monday - Friday Overview Assistant Press Operator position is responsible for consistently operating a zone of press machines at or above standard levels of operation considering waste, efficiency, and utilization.

Troubleshoot, identify, and correct machine related problems through proper adjustments to various parts of the machine. Provide innovative solutions for production problems.

Responsibilities Reads and understands job jacket to ensure production is running according to specification Performs machine make-ready to set it up to run proper production Performs quality checks according to established procedures to ensure all Quality Standards (Color matches and Registration) are being met Troubleshoots defects and other elements of the process as needed Records and maintains data related to downtime, including amount of time, reason for downtime, and actions to correct problem Assists operator with shift documentation and quality control checklists Enters daily production data on PC located at Press and adjustments to press that are controlled by computer Performs machine trouble shooting and makes adjustments to correct quality or efficiency problems related to machine, set up, or mechanical defect Set web path per job and color rotation Assist with print set up during start-up Keeps all waste and scrap within company guidelines Fills out all pre-make ready and make ready checklist Ensures correct inks are in place and are changed out when necessary Assist in removal of W.I.P pallets from press Creates load tags for finished pallets Maintains a clean and orderly work area Complete LOTO Assist in training of new employees Qualifications 2 years printing experience Demonstrated problem solving skills Ability to use hand tools to remove, install, and adjust parts of machine Previous experience working in an assistant or press operator/pressman position is preferred Previous working Flexo or Gravure presses is preferred Physical Requirements & Environmental Conditions While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk Uses hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools and controls The employee frequently is required to talk and hear to communicate with crew members Required to climb, stoop, bend and reach with hands and arms.

The employee is occasionally required to push or pull with hands or arms, kneel or crouch The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to distinguish shades and colors Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to work independently and effectively with little to no supervision Positive work attitude and willingness to cooperate Ability to work in a team environment The noise level in the work environment is consistently above 85 decibels Able to work with dust from paper converting process The employee constantly works near moving mechanical parts and lift trucks Ambient temp and humidity may be elevated during the summer months Company Benefits What You'll Get From Us Benefits With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health.