We are seeking a Press Helper to join our team in Commack, NY. In this position, the Press Helper is responsible for setting up and operating the printing press to produce carton/ box and related products.

Pay Rate:

$17.00/

Hourly Responsibilities:

Reads job orders and loads paper into the press

Fill the fountains

Cleans plates and print cylinders

Performs daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance as required

Keeps work areas clean and organized, maintains housekeeping standards

Helps pressman with putting loads out of the press

Speed loads press feeder

Clean blankets, as needed

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required

KBA sheeted press, 8 color & 9 color experience is required.

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

Must be able to read and interpret rulers, scales and other measurement devices

Adherent to all safety procedures and guidelines related to operating machinery

Superb attention to detail and product quality

Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus

Regularly exposed to noise, dust, odors and oils

Ability to work efficiently under pressure to meet tight deadlines

Physical Requirements:

Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment (24-hour turnaround on product)

Aptitude for mechanical operation

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods

Must be able to lift/move up to 50 pounds with or without mechanical assistance

Excellent attendance and punctuality - accurately record work time on a daily basis

Able to operate a computer and time clock machines