General Description:

We are seeking skilled Assistant Press Operators to join our team. In this role, you will support the Press Operator in the setup and operation of flexographic printing presses, monitor and maintain ink viscosity throughout production runs, and ensure equipment and work areas are kept clean, organized, and operating efficiently.

Duties/Responsibilities:

- Read dockets, sample board and schedule book to determine run schedules
- Assist Press Operator with Press set-up; including changing cylinders, sleeves, aniloxes and other parts
- Provide ink & maintain ink viscosity during run
- Load raw material onto press with lifting equipment
- Unload printed rolls from press & strap onto skids
- Maintain cleanliness of equipment, and area
- Other duties as assigned
- Adhere to all Safety rules in safe operation & handling of equipment and materials

Skills/Abilities:

- Mechanical aptitude
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to lift 50 lbs unaided

Education/Experience:

- Prior knowledge of the print industry
- Press experience is an asset
- High School diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Completion of printing program/diploma an asset
- Basic computer skills.



Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel an asset

Work Environment & Benefits

- Work performed in a manufacturing workplace with varying noise levels.
- Handling of chemical products (inks, solvents) while adhering to established safety protocols.
- Competitive compensation.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, RRSP, and professional development.

Shift: 3 shift rotation (Midnights, Afternoons and Days)

- Two weeks of 7:00am – 3:15pm;
- Two weeks of 3:00pm – 11:15pm;
- Two weeks of 11:00pm – 7:15 am
- Monday to Friday

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: From $25.54 per hour

Benefits

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Application question(s):
- Are you legally authorized to work in Canada?
- Do you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship from the company to maintain your authorization to work in Canada?
- Have you ever worked rotating shifts before?

Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:
- Printing Press: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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