"Alerted.org

Job Title: Assistant Press Operator

Job Description

The Assistant Press Operator plays a crucial role in supporting the setup and operation of a press or coater, along with associated support equipment. This role involves preparation of the work zone and components before setup and during operation, as well as loading and unloading of materials. The Assistant Press Operator also manages cardboard packaging, forms boxes, prints labels, packs finished materials, and seals the unit upon completion.

This is an entry-level role, requiring only 6 months of more of machine operating/manufacturing experience.

A learning position to either stay as an assistant operator on the 1st shift or be quickly promoted to press operator on either off-shift --> (Pay 24+ w/in 9 mo)

Responsibilities

+ Proactively monitor and document product quality during all phases of operations.

+ Identify, load, and unload raw materials and finished goods such as PS Stock, Paper, Boxes, and Cores.

+ Build, label, and pack boxes and pallets, then seal them as required.

+ Move, stack, and shrink wrap pallets in preparation for shipment.

+ Operate finishing equipment such as fan folders, sheeters, baggers, tape machines, turrets, and others.

+ Directly support the setup of the press/coater and finishing equipment.

+ Prepare, test, and apply adhesives, inks, releases, or other chemicals to support operations.

+ Measure and adjust pH, viscosity, and color of inks, varnishes, adhesives, or other chemicals.

+ Mount printing plates and dies onto cylinders.

+ Assemble components for prep carts to expedite machine setup.

+ Select, identify, insert, and remove plates, aniloxes or gravure cylinders from presses, and components from turrets or finishing equipment.

+ Properly clean and store aniloxes, gravure cylinders, or printing plates.

Essential Skills

+ Experience in manufacturing is preferred.

+ High School Diploma or GED.

+ Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

+ Basic computer and math skills.

+ Proficiency in addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

+ Ability to read scale within 1/64.

+ Competence in entering data legibly and accurately into forms and computers.

+ Ability to read, write, interpret, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

+ Skill in reading and understanding work orders and asking relevant questions.

+ Effective communication with coworkers and all levels of management.

+ Capacity to work as part of a team to meet business requirements.

+ Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ General labor and heavy lifting experience.

+ Experience in machine operation and mechanical skills.

Work Environment

The work environment is non-climate controlled. The hours for this role are from 7am to 5pm, Monday through Thursday, as part of the day shift. Employees interested in advancing to a Press Operator position, which offers a higher salary, should be open to moving to a second or third shift.

Why Work Here

Join a dynamic team where collaboration and quality are valued. Employees are offered opportunities for growth, including moving up to more advanced roles within the company.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kansas City, Kansas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.38 - $18.38/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 16, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.