Press Support Laborer

Epsen Hillmer is an Omaha-based, family-owned, and operated company with a 116-year history of creating custom labels for beverage, health/beauty, and household products throughout the country. The average longevity of our employees is nearly a decade, which reflects our people-first culture and company values. Additionally, we provide a comprehensive benefits package and growth potential! 

We have an exciting new position for a Press Support Laborer in our Flexographic Press Department. In this role, you will assist press operators with the setup, operation, and maintenance of the printing press. On-the-job training will be conducted for this role, lasting approximately 4-6 weeks, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The shift will be Monday-Friday 2:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.

THE ROLE

• Printing Press Support: Stage jobs (print cylinders, anilox rolls, ink chambers) for upcoming work. Break down completed jobs and load components into washers. Load rolls of material onto the press. Set up the next job, including installing print cylinders, anilox rolls, and dies.

• Team Communication & Safety: Communicate any issues with materials, equipment, or quality to the Press Operator or Supervisor. Follow all company safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.  Help reduce waste and maintain quality standards. Keep the press area clean and organized.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• KNOWLEDGE: High school diploma or equivalent. Consistent work history. Prior experience in a manufacturing or printing company is highly beneficial. 

• SKILLS: Strong attention to detail and ability to spot color differences. Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn press operations. Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment. Ability to use a metric ruler and measure precisely. Comfortable using a utility knife safely. Reliable, team-oriented, and willing to learn.

• ABILITIES: THIS ROLE IS ONSITE IN OMAHA, NE and requires the ability to work at our office at 132nd & L Street. Ability to lift and move 50 pounds. Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to printing inks, solvents, and moving mechanical parts. Must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) including safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection. Standing, bending, and lifting for extended periods. Must be authorized to work in the United States, and able to pass a criminal background check and drug/alcohol screen, physical assessments, audio, and color vision test. Desire to live out our values as a team player and advocate for our culture: 

  • ACCOUNTABILITY: When you commit to something, you do it on time. Willing to have tough conversations in order to grow. Blame no one but yourself.

  • DEDICATION: Do what it takes. You do what's best for the team, not just you. Start answers with yes instead of no. 

  • AUTHENTICITY: Make decisions when no one is watching as if everyone is. Humble approach. Bad news is better than no news. Integrity trumps profit. Willingness to Grow.

  • TRAINABLE: Step out of your comfort zone. Effectively give and receive feedback. Understand growth comes from both success and failure.

At Epsen Hillmer, you will join an open and communicative environment that fosters individual initiative. We pride ourselves in being a company where people choose to build a career and find professional prosperity. In addition to company growth opportunities, as an EHG employee, you receive more than just a paycheck. Total compensation includes your wage, comprehensive medical/dental and well-being programs, life insurance, generous paid time off, a retirement savings plan with a company match, and 8 paid holidays. Come grow with us by applying today!

EEO: The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.