Press Assistant
Company: Mittera Group Inc
Role summary
Press Assistant is a full-time role at Mittera Group Inc in Pineville, North Carolina, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-10-03. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.
- Job title
- Press Assistant
- Company
- Mittera Group Inc
- Location
- Pineville, North Carolina, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Logistics & Warehousing
- Experience level
- 0-2
- Degree required
- No
- Date posted
- 2026-10-03
This is a fantastic entry-level opportunity at Mittera Group, perfect if you're looking to get started in the printing industry without needing a degree. You'll gain valuable hands-on experience, with clear paths for advancement into skilled roles and the chance to learn different aspects of the press department. It's a full-time position where you can really build a career.
Job description
Description
Mittera is looking for 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.
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 Volunteer Time Off
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!