Press Assistant Trainee; Night Shift

Title:

Press Assistant Trainee (Night Shift) at Sabert Corporation

The Press Assistant supports the Press Operator in setting up and operating a press to produce print on label rolls and operating a press or die‑cutter with basic blank or simple color products safely and effectively.

• Setup and verify the placement of specified anilox rolls, set print cylinders, fill ink, and place proper material at the press.
• Setup and verify correct inks, coating, and varnish.
• Setup and verify correct plate and registration, unwind position, and size/height/width during make‑ready.
• Load proper film onto unwind.
• Fill ink pumps, secure hoses, and transfer ink to designated printing unit.
• Set ink viscosities to prescribed standards using Zahn cup and timer.
• Lift and transport ink kits as necessary.
• Evaluate and monitor color and defects during the run and adjust accordingly.
• Evaluate and adjust register during make‑ready and run.
• Monitor, upkeep, change, and dispose of doctor blades.
• Assist operator in matching printed ink samples to color standards at prescribed intervals.
• Watch web for problems during operator absence and react accordingly.
• Secure materials for impending jobs as production activity allows.
• Return ink and other materials to their designated storage areas with proper information attached.
• Perform other duties and/or responsibilities as assigned.
• Report any safety concerns to management immediately.

• Verify adequate number of feet have been run to satisfy the order quantity.
• Check for defects and correct side to print on using base film guide.
• Check ink viscosities at prescribed intervals and ensure ink volume sufficiency.

• Maintain accurate weight records.
• Maintain adequate ink and film supplies to press and replenish unwind material as required.
• Clean equipment and keep work area neat and organized.

• Document ink viscosities at prescribed intervals.
• Verify all job‑related items (job bag and contents, Flexo Inspection Verification signoffs, Job History Sheet, press and press area clean, etc.) are complete prior to next job.
• Record all data and comments regarding position of colors, plates, and anilox rolls on the ink history sheet.

• Comply with all company policies and procedures including GMP, PPE, HACCP, LOTO, and JSA regulations.
• Responsible for ensuring, where applicable, the product safety, quality, regulatory compliance and legality of all products produced and sold.

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school background preferred.
• Printing Flexo experience or equivalent printing experience strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Familiarity with RF scanning, warehouse systems, and material handling equipment such as pallet jacks or powered industrial trucks.
• Must be able to read and understand production documents, safety guidelines, and quality control checklists.
• Good communication skills, attention to detail, and basic math skills essential.
• Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods of time in a manufacturing environment.

• Safety glasses with side shields, hearing protection, and steel‑toed shoes required. Task‑specific PPE may be required.
• Manufacturing plant is not environmentally controlled; changes in humidity and temperature occur throughout the year.

Work in accordance with all company policies and procedures regarding employment, safety, quality, product safety and legality, security, and regulatory compliance as applicable.

Competitive compensation and generous benefits package including full health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability, and more. Benefits details available upon request.

Sabert Corporation is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, political belief or activity, or any other basis prohibited by law or regulation.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work legally in the United States for Sabert. Sabert will not commence an employment‑based immigration case to fill this open position.