Komori 1 Press Assistant
Company: Freeport Press, Inc.
Location: Freeport
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: Join the Freeport
Press Team! A nationally recognized leader in the print production
of high-quality niche publications and catalogs, Freeport Press has
been in continuous operation since 1880. Centrally located at our
facility in New Philadelphia, Ohio, we’ve earned a reputation as
one of the most efficient printers in North America by investing in
state-of-the-art technology, employee development, and strategic
process controls. Three core values drive our success: · Focus on
Relationships – We listen actively, communicate openly, and honor
our commitments to each other and to our customers. · Be All In –
We stand behind our vision and each other, adapting to challenges
and working with integrity to exceed expectations every time. ·
Learn Continually – We never stop improving, whether adopting new
technology or refining our processes, we stay open to new ideas and
feedback. We’re looking for a Press Assistant who thrive in a
fast-paced environment and are committed to delivering a great
experience to our clients and internal teams. If you’re ready to
bring your expertise, embrace our core values, and help us uphold a
legacy dating back to 1880, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today
and help us keep the Freeport Press legacy going strong!
Requirements As a Press Assistant, your job is to measure, set, and
maintain various materials for the printing equipment.
Responsibilities: Must inspect product quality during the press run
for (squareness of fold, page numbers, lap, marking of product from
press or stacker, and overall print quality) Must know how to setup
and operate local and remote piece weight scales. Need to be able
to operate a log stacker and a compensating stacker that builds
neat logs and skids to ensure good running ability in the bindery.
Must inspect product quality during the press run for (squareness
of fold, page numbers, lap, marking of product from press or
stacker, and overall print quality) Knowledge of general
maintenance and proper cleaning of strappers and log stackers.
Needs to be able to give good accurate product count at end of each
press run. Must place skid tag on each finished skid and place skid
in proper location. After each run is completed, the off-bearer
will setup his stacker equipment to the proper specifications for
the next job and assist the press crew with setup and make-ready of
press. General cleaning make sure press area is always kept clean
floor swept, trash cans and boxes empty, press wiped down.
Knowledge and Skills: Able to work any shift to meet customer
demands. Able to work overtime as required. Effective communication
skills. Great attendance. Possess a good mechanical aptitude and
intermediate math skills. Able to use hand tools to setup and
adjust equipment. Able to work with minimal supervision.
Experienced in using rulers, calipers, and other measuring devices.
Physically capable of lifting to 60 occasionally. Knowledge of how
to read machine blueprints and parts lists. Physically capable of
bending, kneeling, standing/walking on cement floors for long
periods of time. Preferred Education: H.S. diploma or equivalent
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to
cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or
responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time
with or without notice. EEO Statement: Freeport Press is an equal
opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the
decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based
on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status,
age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability,
medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any
other status protected under federal, state, or local law. General
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