Press Operator/Assistant

As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a century of printing experience, MCC is focused on the future by developing consumer-driven innovations and sustainable packaging solutions. Working for our team, you can truly make a difference.

We are hiring for multiple roles, including Press Operators and Press Operator Assistants.

• Compensation: $18-21.50 hourly based on role and experience
• Shifts 1st, 2nd ( $1.00) & 3rd ( $1.50)
  • 8hr or 10 hour shift based on team
• Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance and 401(k)
• Paid Holidays: New Years, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, plus two floating Holidays

1. Digital Press Operator:

• Sets-up job in accordance with job ticket and product specification documents, including pre-flighting files, making color adjustments, staging and queuing.
• Completes job start-up, quality sign-off, including specification and visual checks.
• Operates digital press to produce products in conformance with customer specifications while minimizing waste and maintaining press efficiency.
• Requisitions supplies including inks, coatings, machine supplies, parts and tools.
• Maintains and troubleshoots the press and related equipment; responsible for preventative maintenance program.
• Safety: Follow all safety guidelines for proper material handling, machine, and tooling use.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

1. Press Operator Assistant:

• Comply with all company and safety policies and procedures.
• Attains and maintains job objectives related to planning and execution of jobs and quick changes.
• Assists in make-ready operations and external clean-up activities.
• Cleans ink pans and ancillary equipment; strips plates; locates dies.
• Works with press operator to view labels using strobe light when required.
• Completes quality assurance documentation as required by customer and MCC.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization; works overtime as assigned.

1. Digital Press Operator:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience operating digital press and/or 2 years web/offset experience.
• Ability to read, analyze communications & work instructions; strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Mechanical aptitude; proficient with production materials, quality methods, color standards.
• Advanced computer skills; prepress/preflight knowledge preferred.
• Physical demands include standing, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds;
• Specific vision abilities required include color differentiation, close/distance vision and ability to adjust focus

1. Press Operator Assistant:

• High school diploma or GED; 1-3 months related experience helpful.
• Ability to communicate well; read job tickets; read ruler; differentiate colors.
• Ability to input data; work in team with urgency.
• Physical demands include standing, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds;
• Assertive, solution-focused; able to multitask in fast-paced environment.
• Specific vision abilities required include color differentiation, close/distance vision and ability to adjust focus
• Self-motivated with the ability to stay focused and follow instructions

MCC fosters an inclusive culture that respects and embraces our teammates' diverse backgrounds and experiences, so that everyone can achieve their full potential here. We aspire for our company to truly reflect the diversity of our customers and the markets we serve. We are committed to equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of people's gender identity/expression, age, language, sexual orientation, ability, race, socioeconomic status, national origin or other characteristics.