Press Assistant

Your Purpose

As a Press Assistant, you will assist the Press Operator in setting up and running an 8 or 10 color Flexographic Printing press.

• Assist setting up 8 or 10 color Flexographic Printing press.
• Load and unload rolls on machine, must be able to lift 75 lbs.
• Load and unload print sleeves and anilox.
• Check ink viscosity and clean print station and ink pumps.
• Assemble and adjust doctor blade chamber.
• Able to take direction and follow Press Operator needs.
• Responsible for maintaining a high level of cleanliness to keep machine operable.
• Maintain housekeeping for the press and workstation.
• Responsible for condition of machine and work area.
• Clean plates and anilox.
• Work safely at all times.

• Communication.
• Basic Standup Pallet Jack Operations.
• Performing General Physical Activities.
• Technical Capacity.
• Record-keeping skills.
• Quality Control Analysis.
• Troubleshooting.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be primarily in a climate‑controlled facility. The plant floor is subject to vibration and equipment noise leading to a loud environment. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and might also be exposed to outside conditions, tight spaces, cleaning solvents and heights.

• Continuous (6 to 10 hours per day) bending, pushing, pulling, climbing stairs, reaching, lifting, and grasping.
• Continuous (6 to 10 hours per day) standing and walking.
• Continuous (6 or more hours per day) talking, teaching, and repetitive motion, hand/wrist movement.
• Good eyesight, normal hearing.
• Ability to move and lift objects, frequently 75 lbs.

This is a full‑time position on rotating 12-hour shifts (daytime shifts 6am-6pm; night‑time shifts 6pm-6am). Days, nights, and hours may vary depending on assigned shift and production requirements. Additional work hours beyond the normal workday may be required based on business cycle demands and customer volume.

Travel is not required for this position.

• High school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
• Knowledge of equipment operation and/or maintenance.
• Ability to prepare routine administrative paperwork.
• Ability to read, sort, check, count, and verify numbers.
• Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.
• Ability to perform simple arithmetic.
• Ability to detect problems and report information to appropriate personnel.
• Capable of multi‑tasking the operation of production.

Morris Packaging offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include, but are subject to change: time off plans, medical coverages, bonus programs, disability coverages, company‑paid and voluntary life insurance, 401K plans with company match, and HSA contributions (when applicable).

None.

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Morris Packaging, LLC. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

All employees must comply with all company policies, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook, Safety Manual, and Safe Quality Foods documents.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

24 – 27 USD per hour (Minnesota).