Assistant Press Operator - 12-hour night shift

Assistant Press Operator

Location: Lenexa, KS
Shift: 12‑Hour Night Shift (7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.)
Schedule: Alternating weekly rotation - start night indicated below

• Week 1: Sunday-Monday-Tuesday
• Week 2: Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday
• Week 3: Sunday-Monday – Wednesday–Thursday

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a dependable and motivated Press Assistant to join our flexible packaging manufacturing team. In this role, you’ll work alongside a Press Operator to help prepare, run, and maintain high‑speed printing equipment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their skills in a stable, team‑oriented, and fast‑paced production environment.

What You Will Do

• Assist the Press Operator with preparing the press and all job‑related materials
• Monitor and adjust inks as needed, including checking ink viscosity on an hourly basis
• Remove finished film from the machine and stage it on pallets for pickup
• Retrieve and return inks to the ink room and clean machine components between jobs
• Handle and manage hazardous waste in compliance with safety and environmental requirements
• Follow all safety guidelines, wear required PPE, and meet OSHA standards
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment
• Complete rework tasks as needed

What You Have to Offer

• Ability to read a measuring tape
• Strong desire to learn and grow within manufacturing
• Ability to read, write, and follow simple, clear instructions
• Previous production or manufacturing experience preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills

What We Have to Offer

• Group insurance (health, dental, life, disability, and travel)
• Immediately vested 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Onsite gym access
• Opportunities for employee‑involved decision‑making
• Collaborative environment where your contributions make a direct impact
• Employee perks including supplier and service discounts