Press Assistant

Located in Cedar Rapids, IA

Salary: $15.00

Our client in Cedar Rapids is looking for a Press Assistant!!

General Duties:

• Prepare Printing Materials: Organize and stage garments, inks, and printing screens to ensure a smooth and efficient production process.
• Operate and Monitor Equipment: Assist in setting up and running printing presses, making adjustments as needed to ensure optimal print quality and consistency.
• Quality Control: Inspect finished products for accuracy, alignment, and consistency in logo placement and color.
• Equipment Maintenance: Clean and maintain printing presses, screens, and tools to prevent downtime and ensure long-term functionality.
• Inventory Management: Track and replenish supplies such as ink, screens, and garments to maintain smooth workflow.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the production team to meet deadlines, maintain high standards, and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Loading & Unloading: Assist in loading and unloading garments and materials for printing.
• Adhesive Application: Apply adhesive as needed during the printing process.
• Assist with Press Changeovers: Support the team in changing over presses to ensure continuity of operations.

 

Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods, excluding breaks and lunch.
• Strong attention to detail to catch small errors such as misspellings or misalignments in printed designs.
• Professionalism is key: personal phone use is not permitted during working hours, and earbud use is prohibited on the production floor for safety reasons.
• Familiarity with the printing process or willingness to learn by reviewing attached training materials.
• A clean, professional appearance is expected—no strong odors such as smoke or marijuana.

Hours:

• Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:40 PM
• Mandatory overtime as needed, including Saturdays (typically 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM) during peak seasons.

Pay:

• $15/hour

Express Employment Perks:

• 401K
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Various exclusive savings (hotel, flights, electronics, tickets, etc.)

If you are interested in this position, please call 319-363-3345 or apply online at www.expresspros.com.

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