Assistant, Press

Job Description

Job Description

At 4over, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace welcoming to people of all backgrounds. Providing our employees with job training and opportunities for growth, development, and advancement. We take pride in fostering a safe environment for all employees in our climate-controlled plants. 

Summary:  The Assistant Press Operator assists the Press Operator and Lead Press operator in the basic setup and maintenance of the presses verifying proper paper sheet sizes and types. They are also responsible for ensuring that all presses are supplied and fed with required quantities of paper and other consumables.

Schedule: 3rd shift, Sunday - Thursday, eight or more hours per day, five days per week based on business needs. Primary schedule will be 9:00 PM – 5:00 AM, or similar. Training may occur at other times.

Salary Range: $16.00-$18.00 Hourly. Compensation commensurate with experience.

At time, we are not engaging with agencies or third-party recruiters. Thank you for understanding.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist press operators in setting up, adjusting, and maintaining printing presses to ensure optimal performance.
• Load and unload paper, ink, and other materials onto the press, ensuring that stock is properly aligned and ready for printing.
• Monitor print runs for quality, ensuring color consistency, proper alignment, and overall print quality. Report any issues to the press operator immediately.
• Assist in mixing ink and maintaining proper ink levels for consistent color reproduction throughout production runs. Ensure that inventory levels for materials are regularly checked and maintained.
• Identify minor technical issues with the press and assist in troubleshooting and resolving them under the guidance of the press operator.
• Clean presses, rollers, and other equipment regularly to ensure optimal printing conditions and prevent malfunctions.
• Provide general support to the production team, including preparing materials for upcoming jobs, organizing job orders, and ensuring that all tools and equipment are properly prepared and cleaned. 
• Actively remove waste items for recycling

• Complete and process all required paperwork, records, documents, etc. 
• Regularly perform general housekeeping duties in your work area(s)
• Adhere to all safety policies and protocols and maintain a safe working environment
• Wear all assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required
• Attend all department/company meetings 
• Other duties as assigned 

For an extensive list of responsibilities, duties and physical demands/work environment please refer to the attached Job Description.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCES: 

• 1 years’ experience of working with a Sheet Fed Press Operator
• High School Diploma or GED equivalency, preferred

CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS:

• Problem-Solving and Adaptability: Strong problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected challenges, such as machine malfunctions, material shortages, or errors in print quality. Ability to adapt to new printing technologies or changes in production schedules, ensuring smooth operations despite changes.
• Time Management & Efficiency: Ability to manage multiple print jobs simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met without sacrificing quality. Organizing workflows, preparing materials in advance, and optimizing print runs for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Attention to Detail: Precision in monitoring print jobs to ensure all details, such as color accuracy, image sharpness, and print placement, meet the required standards. Detecting small defects or inconsistencies during production and taking corrective action immediately.
• Communication Skills: Ability to read and understand corporate policies, job-related documents, and written/verbal instructions in English to ensure effective and compliant job performance.
• Strong foundational math skills, with the ability to perform basic operations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Highly detail-oriented, organized, and efficient in managing time, with a proven ability to meet deadlines and complete tasks accurately.
• Punctuality: Arrive to work on time for scheduled shift and take all meal and rest breaks at the required time for the full allotted time.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• The job requires constant or frequent standing, walking, squatting, stopping, crouching and reaching
• May require some kneeling and may require the use of feet to operate machinery
• Frequent use of hands/fingers to operate machine and/or handle and grasp product
• Frequent lifting or moving product weighing up to 50 pounds at, below or above shoulder level
• Vision requirements: close vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus and ability to see the differences between colors, shades, and brightness

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Within this manufacturing environment the employee is regularly exposed to noise at varying levels.
• Within this manufacturing environment the employee is regularly exposed to smells at varying levels.
• Employee will heavily rely on vision to ensure the quality of products.

4OVER COMPANY HISTORY

4over was founded in February of 2001. What started off as creating business cards and web page designs by a husband and wife, quickly flourished. Since the company was founded, we are now a private equity owned company growing and expanding across many states. Through our 4over Core Attributes, we are committed to meeting and exceeding customer expectations, cultivating and nurturing our relationships, providing excellence and caring for others.