Assistant Press Operator - 3rd shift

**Description****Assistant Press Operator**Location: Lenexa, KSShift: 3rd ShiftSchedule: 11:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m., Sunday-Thursday**About the Opportunity**We are seeking a dependable and motivated Press Assistant to join our flexible packaging manufacturing team. In this role, you'll work alongside a Press Operator to help prepare, run, and maintain high‐speed printing equipment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their skills in a stable, team‐oriented, and fast‐paced production environment.**What You Will Do**+ Assist the Press Operator with preparing the press and all job‐related materials+ Monitor and adjust inks as needed, including checking ink viscosity on an hourly basis+ Remove finished film from the machine and stage it on pallets for pickup+ Retrieve and return inks to the ink room and clean machine components between jobs+ Handle and manage hazardous waste in compliance with safety and environmental requirements+ Follow all safety guidelines, wear required PPE, and meet OSHA standards+ Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment+ Complete rework tasks as needed**What You Have to Offer**+ Ability to read a measuring tape+ Strong desire to learn and grow within manufacturing+ Ability to read, write, and follow simple, clear instructions+ Previous production or manufacturing experience preferred+ Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills**What We Have to Offer**+ Group insurance (health, dental, life, disability, and travel)+ Immediately vested 401(k) with company match+ Paid time off+ Onsite gym access+ Opportunities for employee‐involved decision‐making+ Collaborative environment where your contributions make a direct impact+ Employee perks including supplier and service discountsEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.**Job Category:** Operations/Production/ManufacturingFull-Time