Job Description

Our Safety Culture:

The safety and health of our employees is this company’s most important business consideration. Lakeside Book will provide a safe and secure working environment to support our goal of zero accidents and injuries.

Lakeside Book commits to being good stewards of the environment by conducting environmentally responsible business practices while continuing to be good neighbors and partners in the communities in which we live and work.

We welcome our veterans to apply!

Assistant Press Operator -

Night Shift 7p-7a, 4on 4off

Starting Pay: $24.00-$30.25 per hour (Day Shift) + 7% Night Shift Premium

Location: Crawfordsville, IN (North Plant: 1009 Sloan Street | South Plant: 600 State Road 32 West)

Work Schedule: 12 hour Shifts | 4 on 4 off, nights

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay & Shift Premiums
• Safety First: $100 Safety Shoes & $100 Safety Glasses Reimbursement
• All Tools Provided – No out-of-pocket costs for equipment
• Paid Training & Career Growth Opportunities
• Work-Life Balance: 2 weeks vacation & consistent 4 days on / 4 days off schedule
• Team-Oriented Environment

About the Role

As our Assistant Press Operator, you will support press operations, ensure quality, and maintain efficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will work closely with the Press Operator and receive on-the-job training to help advance your career.

• Assist Press Operator with press setup and make-ready tasks
• Operate & maintain printing presses
• Install plates and blankets to ensure high-quality output
• Make necessary color or register adjustments
• Assist in replacing press rollers using hand tools
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs

What We’re Looking For

• Mechanical Skills: Ability to troubleshoot and perform minor mechanical adjustments on equipment
• Technical Knowledge: General experience with presses.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to troubleshoot and make necessary adjustments
• Attention to Detail: Ensuring high-quality production output
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Physical & Technical Requirements:

• Physical Stamina: Ability to lift to 50 lbs. occasionally and 25 lbs. Frequently
• Endurance: Must be able to stand for the entire shift (12 hours)
• Technical Skills: Ability to read job specifications, perform maintenance, read a micrometer, and use basic math & computer skills

Are you looking to build your career in printing? Apply today!

Internal applicants: must be in good standing with no active disciplinary actions

What we offer you:

• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k with company match
• Career growth opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee appreciation & recognition programs

About Us

Lakeside Book Company loves books! To us, every book matters. Every word. Every page. Every hand that helped build it. Our history has shown that we are leaders and innovators. We have a team-winning culture, where all of our people have a voice. While we are old in years, we are new at heart. Come join our mission to keep the world reading.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Lakeside Book Company is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or perform essential job functions please contact talent@lakesidebook.com.

*This job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties and responsibilities assigned for this job at the company’s discretion.