Mittera Group
3rd Press Assistant (part-time)
Newton, IA
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- Mid level
- Country
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- 26 Sept 2026
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Description
Description
Mittera is looking for Part-time Press Assistants on all shifts to join our growing team! This position is entry level and able to easily advance into skilled roles. Press Assistants provide additional support within the Press Department and are responsible for assisting their crew by stacking and bundling printed products in preparation for shipping as well as assisting in operating web-fed offset printing press, performing other in-line finishing operations as assigned, and helping to prepare and maintain the presses. Position opening is a Tues-Thurs with occasional Mon or Fri dependent on print needs.
Requirements
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Uniformly jog and hand-palletize printed products off the press equipment
- Stage stacker equipment to meet current job requirements
- Pack boxes according to load tickets and put boxes in appropriate location for shipping
- Check printed product for quality defects
- Assist press team members during make-ready with wiping down blankets, changing ink, performing clean-up on/around the press, mounting plates/blankets, etc.
- Keep press areas clean and stocked with necessary supplies
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements Skills and Abilities
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
- 1 - 3 years of previous manufacturing/office experience preferred
- Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos
- Effective communications skills with all levels within the organization
- Ability to use basic math skills, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, measurements and critical thinking, to solve practical problems
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
- Must have the ability to work effectively in stressful situations and meet stringent deadlines
- Be organized and able to plan, prioritize and follow through on projects assigned with minimal supervision
- Has basic computer skills
Physical Requirements
- Requires use of proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling, and bending
- Pushing/pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs
- Requires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity and coordination
- Requires near visual acuity
- Requires working around and operating departmental equipment
- Must be able to access and navigate each department in the facility
- Requires the ability to function in a professional manner under stressful circumstances
Work Environmental Factors
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to hazardous materials. A production employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts.
Mittera is a leading-edge company that provides commercial and digital printing, finishing, graphic design, data analytics, direct mail processing, and fulfillment services. Mittera's full-service approach connects data-driven revelations, bar-raising creative, and expertly printed materials to give our customers' brand recognition it deserves. Competitive compensation and robust benefits plans are offered. Benefits include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life and AD&D Policies
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- 401K with Company Match
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Volunteer Time Off
- Paid Veteran Time Off
- Legal Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Employee Assistance Program
- Educational Assistance
- Parental Leave
- Advancement Opportunities
- Mittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
- Visit us today at mittera.com or stop by and fill out an application at Mittera location near you!
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