Press Assistant

Now Hiring Press Assistant

Location: Nisswa, MN

Pay Rate: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Run the Gear. Earn the Check.

Every shop needs someone to run the presses-and a skilled Press Assistant to keep them rolling. Thats where you come in. As a Press Assistant, youll help keep production moving by preparing printing presses, staging materials, and supporting press operators throughout the manufacturing process.
Press Assistant Responsibilities & Job Duties:

Prepare printing presses for production by completing machine setup, cleanup, and changeovers.

Mix inks and stage tooling, cylinders, and printing plates according to production schedules.

Inspect cylinders, plates, and tooling for quality and proper fit before installation.

Mount printing plates and verify correct colors, quantities, and specifications.

Follow production schedules to ensure materials and equipment are ready for each job.

Maintain press cleanliness and assist with minimizing equipment downtime.

Communicate quality or equipment concerns to supervisors and the pre-press team.

Follow all plant safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.

Work overtime as needed to support production demands.

Press Assistant Qualifications & Requirements:

Previous experience in manufacturing, printing, production, machine operation, or press assisting preferred.

Ability to read work instructions, production schedules, and measuring tools, including rulers and fractions.

Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and troubleshoot basic production issues.

Comfortable using computers and learning new manufacturing systems.

Excellent organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and up to 75 lbs occasionally.

Ability to stand, bend, lift, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift.

Must successfully complete the required pre-employment Key Assessment testing.

Benefits & Perks:

Weekly Pay : Hard work equals fast deposits you can count on.

Benefits That Matter: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance + Disability.

Safety First: Because going home safe is non-negotiable.

Reliable Gig: Local work, steady shifts, and a team thats got your back

"Staffmark helped me get back on my feet" -Mamoud, Staffmark Associate

The line doesnt run without you. Apply now to join our team as a Press Assistant and help drive safe, efficient printing production in a fast-paced manufacturing environment!
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With more than half a century of experience and a track record of putting hundreds of thousands of people to work every year, weve got your back. Whether youre looking to level up, switch gears, or just get to work fast, we make it happen.

Join us and experience the advantage of working with a trusted name in recruiting-because your success is our success.

The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.

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