Press Assistant Operator
Location
Searcy, AR
Job Type
Full-time
Category
other-general
Posted
June 08, 2026
Job Purpose: Performs prescribed duties and assists the Press Operator as requested in setting up and running a flexographic press printing multi-colored designs and lettering on a flexible web consisting of plastic, cellophane, paper, etc.
Key Accountabilities:
+ Assists the Press Operator in set-up activities by obtaining necessary raw materials (inks, films) for impending job, checking against production order to insure accuracy, and assembling other required elements such as pans, pumps, covers, etc.
+ Assists Press Operator in loading cylinders (1-10 per job; 75-280 lbs each) into press.
+ Loads proper film onto unwind, checking for defects and maintaining accurate weight records and checking correct side to print on using base film guide.
+ Lifts unwind shafts (approx. 30-75 lbs each) as necessary to remove empty cores and load new ones.
+ Fills ink pumps, secures hoses, and transfers ink to designated printing unit.
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Key Accountabilities:
+ Assists the Press Operator in set-up activities by obtaining necessary raw materials (inks, films) for impending job, checking against production order to insure accuracy, and assembling other required elements such as pans, pumps, covers, etc.
+ Assists Press Operator in loading cylinders (1-10 per job; 75-280 lbs each) into press.
+ Loads proper film onto unwind, checking for defects and maintaining accurate weight records and checking correct side to print on using base film guide.
+ Lifts unwind shafts (approx. 30-75 lbs each) as necessary to remove empty cores and load new ones.
+ Fills ink pumps, secures hoses, and transfers ink to designated printing unit.
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