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Press Helper

AWT Labels & Packaging
South Elgin, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/13/2026

AWT is a leading manufacturer of custom labels, flexible packaging, and precision converting solutions servicing Healthcare, Consumer Brand, and Technology clients worldwide. AWT employs nearly 630 associates and operates facilities in Minneapolis, MN (Headquarters), South Elgin, IL, Hauppauge, NY, Grand Blanc, MI, Anaheim, CA, Ottawa and Toronto, Canada, Winston-Salem and Garner, NC. AWT is the trusted partner for leading brands, delivering comprehensive, innovative, and sustainable solutions with exceptional quality, expertise, and responsiveness. More information about AWT can be found at www.awtlabelpack.com.

Job Duties

  • Mount plates and ensure all materials are available at the press for jobs and refill press supplies as needed
  • Move finished product to finishing area upon completion of job
  • Assist in efficient and complete press changeover
  • Catch off press as needed
  • Perform other various plant support activities
  • Be actively involved and interface with department process and be aware of department workload
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives to ensure all jobs meet or exceed estimated time and materials.

Desired Skills and Qualities

  • Ability to work in an environment with constantly changing sets of activities priorities
  • General comfort with and ability to operate machinery and equipment
  • Must be able to work well with others as well as alone
  • Must be able to work at a pace consistent with press operators
  • Positive attitude and a team player
  • Must understand the importance of attention to detail
  • Safety conscientious

Position Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Must be able to read, write, and understand English
  • Demonstrated accuracy with numbers and information
  • Position requires substantial twisting, bending, considerable amount of walking and being on feet for long periods of time
  • Must be able lift 50 lbs. to waist level without assistance
  • Some computer usage
  • Forklift training a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20

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