Press Assistant - Paper Handling & Feeder Systems

Job Description

Job Description

Press Assistant – Paper Handling & Feeder Systems

Do you thrive around precision machinery? Can you spot a feeder issue before it becomes a stoppage? If yes, you might be the teammate our Press Department is looking for on 2nd shift .

Who We Are

Oliver Inc. operates at the intersection of craftsmanship and innovation. Over two and a half centuries, we’ve grown into a multi-facility organization investing in sustainable, state-of-the-art technology to deliver speed, consistency, and agility for printing and packaging. We love what we do, treat people with respect, and partner with customers to craft creative brand solutions.

What Success Looks Like

Picture your first week: you’re learning the production schedule, setting up the feeder, and partnering with a Pressman to keep quality on point. By week two, you’re confidently:

• Preparing materials in line with the daily job list.
• Checking paper via load tags and specifications before staging.
• Loading sheets and dialing in feeder settings, from pressures to double-sheet detection.
• Watching sheet flow and overall press performance, reacting fast to maintain uptime.
• Backing up the Pressman on changeovers and material movement.
• Managing ink and water levels throughout the run.
• Cleaning blankets and key components; keeping supplies organized.
• Retrieving, labeling, and archiving plates after each job.
• Carrying out basic preventive maintenance as assigned.
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly press area.

What You Bring

• 1–3 years of printing or manufacturing background (preferred).
• Fundamentals in press operation and paper handling.
• Mechanical aptitude with production equipment.
• Clear, reliable execution of written and verbal instructions.
• Comfort with fractions, measurements, and basic calculations.
• Meticulous attention to detail and equipment monitoring.
• Team-focused approach in a fast-moving environment.
• Stamina to stand, walk, lift, and handle materials for the full shift.

Perks & Growth

• Competitive Pay plus Overtime Opportunities
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Career paths in a stable, growing company
• Modern equipment and a clean facility
• Supportive, team-oriented culture that celebrates wins

Preferred Proficiencies

• Packaging Experience
• Sheet Fed Offset Printing

Equal Employment Opportunity

**Oliver Inc **is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, citizenship status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.