Machine Operator (Assistant Press Operator )
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 25, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 14, 2026. Lakeside Book Company scores B on the Alion truth index.
Machine Operator (Assistant Printing Press Operator)
Pay: $23.00-$30.25/hour with $1.25/hour shift premium for night shift, based upon experience
Shift: 12 Hour Crew 3am-3pm or 3pm - 3am (36 hours one week and 48 hours the next) Only work ½ the days in a year!
Location: 1005 Commercial Drive, Owensville, MO
Benefits:
$100 Safety Shoe Reimbursement
$100 Quarterly Attendance Bonus
Quarterly Production Goal Bonus
Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Quality
Safety Awards
Earn Vacation from Day 1 up to 80 hours annually in the first year
Paid Bridge to Skills Training with Incentives to Advance Your Career
Eligible for daily pay
No experience required
How you will make an impact:
This role is an important part of the printing process, assisting your press team by creating paper signatures that become book pages.
Job Responsibilities:
Make-ready, run and maintain an offset printing press
Insert blankets and plates
Assist the Press Operator by making register and color adjustments
Work in a team environment and cross-train with others
Receive training to help advance your career
What you bring to the position:
Attention to detail
Basic Math/Measuring
Mechanical Aptitude
Teamwork
Ability to lift and carry 20 to 50 pounds
Ability to stand for the entire duration of your shift
Previous press experience is preferred.
We will provide you with the additional training you need to be successful.
Lakeside Book Company – What Makes Us Special:
Our focus on Safety, Stewardship, Inclusivity, and Environmental Sustainability give so many of our employees’ pride in the work we do within the communities we inhabit. Employees are celebrated throughout the year with Inspire Awards, Milestone Anniversary Celebrations and many other recognition celebrations.