Lakeside Book Company
Printing Machine Operator / Press Assistant 2 - Back Half Days
Lakeside Book Company, Hagerstown, Maryland, us, 21749
Printing Machine Operator / Press Assistant 2 - Back Half Days
Hagerstown, MD, USA
Job Description Posted Friday, January 9, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Phoenix Color® is a premier full-service, full-color printer with over 40 years of superior print experience. Drawing on a broad spectrum of materials and decorative technologies, Phoenix Color® produces memorable, value-added components, heavily-illustrated books and specialty commercial products.
Phoenix Color® has been servicing the publishing industry within the United States since 1979 and has formed lasting relationships with some of the biggest names in book publishing.
As a domestic manufacturer, we offer extensive, in-house digital pre-press capabilities and our technologically advanced UV printing platform supports an array of printing and finishing options. Our innovative special effects include foil stamping, UV embellishments and laminations, as well as our trademarked products LithoFoil®, MetalTone™, Look of Leather™ and VibraColor™.
Phoenix Color’s® progressive innovation and commitment to quality will give your product the optimum eye-catching edge required in today’s competitive marketplace.
Phoenix Color Job Title: Press Operator
Lakeside Job Title: Press Assistant 2
Starting Pay Range:
$20.50 - 21.54/hr (+$1.00/hr Night Shift Differential)
Based on experience.
Potential performance based pay increases at 3 months, 6 months, and during merit review.
Why You’ll Love Working Here!: Comprehensive Benefits
: Medical (family coverage included!), Dental, Vision, 401k, and EAP.
Paid Time Off
: Two weeks of paid vacation.
$100 safety shoe reimbursement after 60 days
Company-provided tools & Phoenix Color T-shirts
On-the-job training + OSHA forklift certification (as needed)
Dayforce Wallet > Pay ahead of pay day
Culture & Fun
: Family Fun Day, food trucks, parades, employee events, and more!
Career Growth
: Opportunities to transfer and advance after six months.
Hours:
7:00am - 7:00pm
Schedule:
Sunday - Tuesday and every other Wednesday
Location:
18249 Phoenix Dr., Hagerstown, MD 21742
As our Pressroom Assistant 2, you will:
Assist in basic setup and operation of the press including loading paper, hanging plates, etc
Provide proper preparation and operation of the press to include application of ink, plates, blankets and inline solutions
Maintain supplies and chemicals needed to run press efficiently and to customers specifications
Perform assigned tasks to meet the production and quality standards for press operation.
Adhere to quality standards and assist the operator on monitoring the quality of work being printed.
Read and interpret job ticket instructions
Perform basic maintenance and housekeeping functions
Adhere to and promote all safety policies and procedures
All other duties as assigned
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand and walk for 12-hour shift and lift up to 60lbs
May be exposed to liquid chemicals or vapors
Qualifications:
Ability to read and understand written instructions
High levels of attention to detail
Ability to work as a team
Mechanically inclined
Must be able to read a standard ruler
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Technical training with printing concentration preferred
What we offer:
Clean and safe work environment
Work-life balance
Growth and promotion opportunities
Great culture and co-workers
Learn more at www.phoenixcolor.com.
Phoenix Color provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Job Description Posted Friday, January 9, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Phoenix Color® is a premier full-service, full-color printer with over 40 years of superior print experience. Drawing on a broad spectrum of materials and decorative technologies, Phoenix Color® produces memorable, value-added components, heavily-illustrated books and specialty commercial products.
Phoenix Color® has been servicing the publishing industry within the United States since 1979 and has formed lasting relationships with some of the biggest names in book publishing.
As a domestic manufacturer, we offer extensive, in-house digital pre-press capabilities and our technologically advanced UV printing platform supports an array of printing and finishing options. Our innovative special effects include foil stamping, UV embellishments and laminations, as well as our trademarked products LithoFoil®, MetalTone™, Look of Leather™ and VibraColor™.
Phoenix Color’s® progressive innovation and commitment to quality will give your product the optimum eye-catching edge required in today’s competitive marketplace.
Phoenix Color Job Title: Press Operator
Lakeside Job Title: Press Assistant 2
Starting Pay Range:
$20.50 - 21.54/hr (+$1.00/hr Night Shift Differential)
Based on experience.
Potential performance based pay increases at 3 months, 6 months, and during merit review.
Why You’ll Love Working Here!: Comprehensive Benefits
: Medical (family coverage included!), Dental, Vision, 401k, and EAP.
Paid Time Off
: Two weeks of paid vacation.
$100 safety shoe reimbursement after 60 days
Company-provided tools & Phoenix Color T-shirts
On-the-job training + OSHA forklift certification (as needed)
Dayforce Wallet > Pay ahead of pay day
Culture & Fun
: Family Fun Day, food trucks, parades, employee events, and more!
Career Growth
: Opportunities to transfer and advance after six months.
Hours:
7:00am - 7:00pm
Schedule:
Sunday - Tuesday and every other Wednesday
Location:
18249 Phoenix Dr., Hagerstown, MD 21742
As our Pressroom Assistant 2, you will:
Assist in basic setup and operation of the press including loading paper, hanging plates, etc
Provide proper preparation and operation of the press to include application of ink, plates, blankets and inline solutions
Maintain supplies and chemicals needed to run press efficiently and to customers specifications
Perform assigned tasks to meet the production and quality standards for press operation.
Adhere to quality standards and assist the operator on monitoring the quality of work being printed.
Read and interpret job ticket instructions
Perform basic maintenance and housekeeping functions
Adhere to and promote all safety policies and procedures
All other duties as assigned
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand and walk for 12-hour shift and lift up to 60lbs
May be exposed to liquid chemicals or vapors
Qualifications:
Ability to read and understand written instructions
High levels of attention to detail
Ability to work as a team
Mechanically inclined
Must be able to read a standard ruler
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Technical training with printing concentration preferred
What we offer:
Clean and safe work environment
Work-life balance
Growth and promotion opportunities
Great culture and co-workers
Learn more at www.phoenixcolor.com.
Phoenix Color provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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