Press Assistant I
- Mississauga, ON, Canada
$25.66 CAD / hour · Full-time
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- $25.66 CAD / hour
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Original job description
Position: Press Assistant I
Location: Mississauga, ON
Shift: Continental Shifts
Pay Rate: $25.66 CAD/hour
Summary Description
The Press Assistant I plays a key role in supporting the safe and efficient operation of the printing press by preparing materials, assisting with press setup, maintaining ink systems, and ensuring production runs smoothly. Working closely with the Press Operator, this position helps produce high-quality flexible packaging while maintaining safety, housekeeping, and quality standards throughout the production process.
What You'll Be Doing
At TOPPAN Packaging Americas, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support overall wellbeing. Benefits may vary based on location, employment classification, or collective bargaining agreement and may include:
TOPPAN Packaging Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
We are committed to providing a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute to their fullest potential. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and employment processes. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.
Location: Mississauga, ON
Shift: Continental Shifts
Pay Rate: $25.66 CAD/hour
Summary Description
The Press Assistant I plays a key role in supporting the safe and efficient operation of the printing press by preparing materials, assisting with press setup, maintaining ink systems, and ensuring production runs smoothly. Working closely with the Press Operator, this position helps produce high-quality flexible packaging while maintaining safety, housekeeping, and quality standards throughout the production process.
What You'll Be Doing
- Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and safe manufacturing practices, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Maintain company housekeeping, health, and safety standards throughout the work area.
- Assemble and disassemble press components, including pumps, hoses, filters, and related equipment.
- Monitor and maintain ink viscosity and ink levels during production.
- Blend inks according to required ratios and prepare solvent blends.
- Properly label and store all ink containers and production materials.
- Load and unload rolls from the press and rewind equipment.
- Prepare raw materials for production and ensure they are staged for upcoming jobs.
- Set up splices and perform flying splices during production.
- Prepare cylinders and trolleys for press setup.
- Perform routine housekeeping and maintenance tasks around the press area.
- Secure finished rolls for transportation and storage.
- Prepare doctor blade assemblies for production.
- Assist the Press Operator with machine setup, operation, and changeovers.
- Review job kits and job jackets to understand production requirements.
- Verify materials are processed on the correct surface and according to job specifications.
- Perform raw material testing as required.
- Prepare materials for the next production job before the current run is completed.
- Provide cross-functional support to other team members as needed.
- Serve as a backup Press Operator when required.
- Participate in Global Performance System (GPS) activities and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- You are interested in building a career with a progressive manufacturing company focused on innovation and teamwork.
- You have previous manufacturing, printing, or machine operation experience (preferred).
- You have strong mechanical aptitude and enjoy hands-on work.
- You can safely follow written procedures and operating instructions.
- You have strong attention to detail and take pride in producing quality work.
- You work well in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- You are dependable with excellent attendance and a strong work ethic.
- You communicate effectively and enjoy working as part of a team.
- You are willing to learn new equipment, processes, and manufacturing systems.
- You are committed to workplace safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
At TOPPAN Packaging Americas, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support overall wellbeing. Benefits may vary based on location, employment classification, or collective bargaining agreement and may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing resources
- Paid time off and holidays
- Company-paid and voluntary insurance plans including life, accident, and disability coverage
- Tuition reimbursement
TOPPAN Packaging Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
We are committed to providing a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute to their fullest potential. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and employment processes. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Assist the Press Operator with press setup, operation, changeovers, material preparation, ink systems, and production tasks for flexible packaging. Maintain safety, housekeeping, and quality standards, prepare materials for upcoming jobs, and provide backup operator and cross-functional support as needed.
Requirements
Previous manufacturing, printing, or machine operation experience is preferred, along with strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to follow written procedures safely. Candidates should be detail-oriented, dependable, effective communicators, comfortable in a fast-paced team environment, and committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Skills
- Press Setup Assistance
- Ink Viscosity Monitoring
- Ink Blending
- Solvent Blending
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Roll Handling
- Splicing
- Doctor Blade Assembly Preparation
- Raw Material Testing
- Quality Control
- Workplace Safety
- Housekeeping
- Equipment Maintenance
- Attention To Detail
- Teamwork
- Continuous Improvement
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Coverage
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) With Company Match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellbeing Resources
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Life Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Manufacturing
- Trades
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Flexible Packaging
- Printing Press
- Press Operator
- Press Setup
- Machine Operation
- Ink Systems
- Ink Viscosity
- Ink Blending
- Solvent Blends
- Pumps
- Hoses
- Filters
- Roll Handling
- Rewind Equipment
- Flying Splices
- Cylinders
- Trolleys
- Doctor Blades
- Raw Materials
- Material Testing
- Job Kits
- Job Jackets
- Production Changeovers
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Manufacturing Safety
- Quality Standards
- Housekeeping
- Preventive Maintenance
- Global Performance System
- Continuous Improvement