Press Operator Assistant - All Widths jobs in Pierre, SD

Assistant Web Press Operator - 1 Spot Available!

8:00am-8:00pm Rotating Shift

Located in Aberdeen, South Dakota, Midstates is ranked as one of the top 135 commercial printing companies in the U.S. and Canada. Assistant Web Press Operators are responsible for changing paper rolls, filling ink, roll stock paperwork, and checking oil levels.  In addition to establishing and improving production standards, the role includes working with others in the company to provide the highest level of customer service. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Help to reach company’s customer service, profit, sales, and growth goals.
• Follow all company safety practices and procedures.
• Prepare rolls of paper for the presses.
• Keep the press ink fountains filled with ink.
• Check and maintain ph and conductivity of water and fill as needed.
• Fill out roll stock paperwork.
• Check oil level in printing units and folder, fill as needed.
• Perform preventive maintenance.
• Communicate with the operator and crew on the status of the current job.
• Work in a team environment with other employees to enhance customer service and efficiency.
• Identify quality issues and make corrections.
• Follow department operational policies and procedures.
• Perform all other duties assigned and those that may be necessary to achieve company and departmental goals.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactory. The requirements listed below are a representation of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Lifting up to 15 lbs., bending, and standing.
• Working knowledge of printing, bindery, and related processes.
• Working knowledge of the department equipment.
• Flexible with hours and machines.
• Good oral communication skills.
• Must be able to work well with diverse groups or individuals.
• Ability to follow verbal/written direction.
• Must be able to carry out multi-task projects simultaneously.
• Must be able to understand and clearly communicate the company’s vision.
• Regular and consistent attendance.

Perks of working at Midstates:

In addition to full benefits and a 401(k), Midstates offers a variety of other perks to our employees:

• Life insurance coverage paid for by the company
• Paid holidays
• 20% discount on all Quality Quick Print products
• Treats are provided for anyone working overtime on the weekends; from brownies to pizza to pot roast, every weekend is different!
• We have a referral bonus; recruit your friends and family and earn a bonus if they’re hired!
• We have an on-site Occupational and Physical Therapy service available for free – whether it’s a work related injury or not!
• We offer an optional Holiday Fund program – you decide how much you want withheld from your paychecks, we’ll put it into a savings account, and you’ll get it all back the payday before Thanksgiving to help with your holiday shopping!
• There are endless opportunities for job advancement! At Midstates, we prefer to promote current employees first, which is why we advertise new open positions internally before we open the position to the public.

We strive to promote a sense of community and build relationships among co-workers. As Justin Feickert, owner/CEO of Midstates Group, says, “we like to work hard and play hard.” We have all sorts of fun events every year: summer picnic, holiday party, holiday meals, dress-up days, appreciation events, fundraisers, department competitions, community involvement, giveaways, and much more! At Midstates, you are not just a number – you’re part of the family.

“The atmosphere is great, everyone gets along and it makes for a fun, enjoyable place to spend a majority of your life.” –G.B., Ticket Engineer and valued team member since 2013