Press Assistant 1 - Bristol TN / 3rd Shift (11pm - 7am)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Handle and maintain inks throughout production runs and on job changes. Will learn to understand the chemistry of inks and how it’s applied in the printing process. Will learn how to load rolls on the unwind and unload rolls of the rewind. Will learn labeling and paperwork. Ready and willing to ask for help as help is needed. Good time management and ability to prepare and stay organized. Can record and perform measurements when applicable. Will learn to interpret and understand Production Work Instructions and Control Folders. Handle general cleanup of press area and station. Take responsibility for quality work. Understands viscosity and pH. Will start to learn the anatomy of all aspects of the printing press and printing process. Perform any and all press related duties as assigned by supervisor. Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures. Will be at machine ten minutes prior to start of shift for successful shift communication. Education and/or Work Experience Requirements: Must be detailed oriented. Must be a team player and consistently have a positive attitude. Must have computer skills and data entry. Possess a willingness to learn and seek personal growth. Basic math skills. Ability to read a tape measure. Ability to read and understand print specifications documents and follow written instructions. Must be mechanically inclined for general press adjustments. High school diploma or GED required.

Physical Requirements: Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards. Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. Ability to stoop, bend, and twist repetitively. Ability to stand on feet 12 hours per day. Ability to multi-task. Be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone. Support SQF Certification. Possesses strong communication skills with the ability to train others. Proficient computer skills and data entry. Possess a willingness to learn and seek personal growth. Basic math skills. Ability to read a tape measure. Ability to read and understand print specification documents and follow written instructions. Working knowledge of flexographic printing and slitting is necessary. Ability to understand written and verbal instructions. Be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Be mechanically inclined for general press adjustments.