Press Support Set Up Operator

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As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a century of printing experience, MCC is focused on the future by developing consumer-driven innovations and sustainable packaging solutions. Working for our team, you can truly make a difference.
We are currently looking for a Press Operator Assistant to join our team. The Press Assistant role is responsible for the set up and support of printing presses in accordance with the printing specifications and customer requirements/expectations.

Why work at MCC:

Compensation: $22.00/hr.
Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance and 401(k)
Paid Holidays: New Years, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, plus two floating holidays

Responsibilities:

Comply with all company and safety policies and procedures
Attains and maintains all defined job objectives related to the planning and execution of all jobs and quick changes
Assists in the performance of all external make-ready operations in preparation for changeover activities (changing from one label job to another)
Assists in the performance of all external clean-up activities following changeover
Cleans ink pans and ancillary equipment
Strips plates from cylinders
Locates dies to and from press
May be required to work with press operator to view labels with assistance of strobe light
Comply with quality assurance specifications of the customer and MCC
May be required to complete quality assurance sheet and associated documentation
Responsible for cleanliness of machinery and organization of the workspace
Responsible for working overtime when needed and as assigned
Related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Print shop experience helpful, but not required
Ability to communicate and interact well with others (verbally and written form); seen as a team player
Ability to read and understand a job ticket
Ability to read a ruler and understand measurements (able to pass a ruler test)
Ability correctable to 20/20 (able to pass an eye test)
Ability to differentiate colors (able to pass a color test)
Ability to input data in the computer
Ability to work in a team environment with a high sense of urgency for on-time completion of assigned activities
Self-motivated with the ability to stay focused and follow instructions
Ability to stand and move around press area for long periods of time
The physical demands require standing, using hands to feel and touch; reach with arms and hands; talk and hear. This position requires frequent walking. Occasionally employee is required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Must be able to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision requirements are close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Assertive and solution-focused
Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work in a fast-paced environment

The physical demands require standing, using hands to finger, feel and touch; reach with arms and hands; talk and hear. This position requires frequent walking. Occasionally employee is required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Must be able to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision requirements are close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.