Press Helper in York, Pennsylvania at York Wallcoverings Inc

JOB SUMMARY

We are looking for Press Helpers on both 1st and 2nd shifts to operate residential and commercial print presses. The schedule operates on 10-hour shifts, Monday - Thursday, either 5:00AM - 3:00PM OR 3:00PM - 1:00AM

2nd shift receives a $2.00 shift differential.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Initiate the start-up and operation of print equipment to produce product to specification
• Assist with change-over of raw materials and equipment settings to accommodate production schedule
• Assist with set-up of equipment, including loading of raw materials (substrate and inks) and adjustment of controls
• Manage input and output of materials through the printing process, including spooling of finished product.
• Monitor quality of operations and adjust machine settings and ink characteristics to ensure production to specification
• Re-set footage counter when needed
• Mount sleeves/cylinders when necessary
• Responsible for properly cleaning air mandrels and print cylinders
• Perform hoist Inspections
• Operator fork truck, clamp truck and pole truck as needed
• Complete all necessary documentation and paperwork
• Assist with change-over and clean-up at completion of production runs
• Work overtime as needed, including weekends and holidays
• Be willing to work other shifts as needed
• Other duties as assigned by management

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma, GED
• Must be able to speak, read and write English
• Safety focused

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to stand, stoop, squat, kneel, bend, pivot/twist, balance, and climb.
• Must be able to lift at least 60 lbs. floor to waist FREQUENT, carry at least 60 lbs. FREQUENT, and push and pull at least 48 lbs. of force OCCASIONAL.
• Must pass a physical demands test
• Must be able to lift, push, and pull at least 50 lbs.
• Must pass a physical demands test

MENTAL/VISUAL DEMANDS

You must be able to read text that is close and at a distance with or without correction. In addition, you must be able to perform manual tasks, hear, sit, reach, lift, and interact with others

WORKING CONDITIONS

Plant environment affected by outside temperature changes heated but not air-conditioned

EQUIPMENT OPERATED

• Forklift

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION

Fork truck certification required