Press Assistant

The Press Assistant is vital to increasing efficiency by working alongside experienced Press Operators in the setup and safe operation of flexographic printing presses.  This role offers a defined career path, allowing Press Assistants to build their skills and advance to Press Operator through our comprehensive three-module training program.

Company Overview: CCL Label Healthcare & Specialty Buffalo is a fast-paced manufacturing facility with approximately 60 employees working across two shifts. Using state-of-the-art Gallus flexographic printing presses, we manufacture critical healthcare and specialty products, including patient wristbands and one-way air valves.

With an average employee tenure of 13 years, our Company offers the opportunity to learn from experts in flexographic printing. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist Press Operator by ensuring they have the proper material and supplies.
• Help set up new jobs by installing plates, cylinders, rollers, dies and screens.
• Ensure rolls of raw material are mounted on the unwind shaft during production run.
• Perform total preventive maintenance on the press and all equipment.

 Required Skills/Abilities:

• Mechanical knowledge
• Analytical thinking
• Eagerness to learn
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Dependable and dedicated
• Task orientation

 Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Manufacturing experience.

 Physical Requirements:

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, for prolonged periods.
• Moving objects up to 50 pounds.

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and disability insurance, HSA/FSA options, wellness incentives, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) plan with company matching contributions, and profit sharing program.

Starting salary range: $19.00 – 22.00/hour, actual compensation will be based on experience.