Job Title: Assistant Press Operator

NOTE: The posted $18.38 range is if you have no press operating experience, if you have some, the pay has opportunity to be more.

Job Description

The Assistant Press Operator supports the setup and operation of a press or coater as well as support equipment. This role involves preparing the work zone and components before setups and during operation, loading and unloading components during setup, obtaining cardboard packaging, forming boxes, printing labels, packing finished material into boxes, and sealing the entire unit when finished.

This position is a lower level machine operating role with the goal to become an independent press operator making $24+.

1-2months making base wage, then given a dollar raise

After 4-6 months of "training" will be promoted to a press operator position starting at $24/hr---MUST BE OPEN TO 2nd/3rd SHIFT FOR PROMOTION

Responsibilities

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

• Identify and load or unload raw materials and finished goods (e.g., PS Stock, Paper, Boxes, Cores).

• Build and label boxes and pallets, then pack and seal as needed.

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

• Operate fan folder, sheeter, bagger, tape machine, turret, or other finishing equipment.

• Directly support the setup of the press/coater and the turret/sheeter/folder or other finishing equipment.

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

• Measure and adjust pH, viscosity, and color of ink, varnish, adhesive, or other chemistry.

• Mount printing plates and dies onto cylinders.

• Assemble components to be put on prep carts to expedite machine setup.

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

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

Essential Skills

• Manufacturing experience preferred.

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Basic computer and math skills.

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

• Ability to read scale within 1/64.

• Ability to enter data legibly and accurately into forms as well as computers.

• Ability to read, write, interpret, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos (e.g., safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and operating manuals).

• Ability to read and understand work orders and ask questions.

• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and all levels of management.

• Ability to work as a team with others to meet business requirements.

• Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Why Work Here?

Our company values a collaborative and supportive work environment where teamwork is essential. We offer opportunities for growth and advancement, including the potential to move into a press operator role. We emphasize work-life balance and provide a structured training period to help you succeed in your role.

Work Environment

The work environment is non-climate controlled. Training will be on the day shift from 7am-5pm, Monday through Thursday, with the possibility of moving to a 2nd or 3rd shift. Assisting press operators on the day shift is required, and if you eventually want to move into a press operator role, you would need to transition to 2nd or 3rd shift.

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 Apr 3, 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.