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Print Press Assistant (1st shift / 8am - 4pm)

Jetson Specialty Marketing

Location: 9775 Commerce Circle, Kutztown, PA 19530
Type: Full-Time, Non-Remote
Posted on: April 23, 2026
**We will train the right candidate A Press Assistant will provide support to the Press Operator in obtaining quality and quantity goals, according to customer guidelines and JSM’s standard operating procedures. 1st shift / 8am - 4pm *Essential Functions:* * Change press plates, blankets, or inserts as required.* Clean ink fountains, plates, or printing unit cylinders when press runs completed. * Clean oil presses.* Collect/inspect random samples during print runs to identify any adjustments after each roll. * Feed paper through press cylinder and adjust feed and tension controls.* Load presses with paper and make necessary adjustments, according to paper size. * Mix inks and fill ink fountains.* Verify paper and ink meet job specifications. * Secure printing plates to printing units and adjust tolerances.* Estimate and deliver upon schedules and plans. * Quality checks.* Maintain a safe and clean work environment. * Comply with company policies and procedures.* Provide off-hours support. * Performs other duties as may be assigned. * Requirements* * Knowledge of Production and Processing —raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing efficiency. Knowledge of the English language - structure and content of English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar. * Knowledge of Computers – applications and data processing.* Mathematical Knowledge –arithmetic, algebra, statistics, and their applications. * Skilled in Operation Monitoring —watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.* Skilled in Operation and Control — controlling operations of equipment or systems. * Skilled in Reading Comprehension — understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.* Skilled in Active Listening — giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. * Skilled in Judgment and Decision Making — considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.* Near Vision Ability —seeing details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). * Strength and Endurance Ability - lifting up to 50 lbs; standing, bending, and stooping for up to 12 hours; using abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without giving out or fatiguing.* Ability with Arm-Hand Steadiness —keeping hand and arm steady while moving arm or while holding arm and hand in one position. * Ability to Act with Problem Sensitivity —telling when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong.* Ability to Apply Manual Dexterity —quickly moving hand, hand together with arm, or two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects. * Ability to Timely React — quickly responding (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears. * Beneficial:* * Familiarity with print manufacturing processes and machines. *Benefits* New Associates become eligible for benefits the 1st of the month following 60 days! Medical (2 plan designs to choose from) Dental Vision Life & Disability Insurance Options 401K Career growth & development Friendly company culture! JSM is an equal opportunity employer. Manufacturing, Press, Printing Job Type: Full-time Work Location: In person
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Employment Type: Full-time
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401(k), Health insurance, Vision insurance, Dental insurance, Disability insurance