As a Scientific Technician, you will play a crucial role in supporting our engineering and chemistry professionals to optimize production and quality of printing and/or binding equipment. You will modify, maintain, and troubleshoot mechanisms, ensuring optimal operation of our press equipment through precise adjustments and maintenance practices. Your work will directly support projects requiring in-depth technical knowledge of printing processes, including the adjustment of variables such as temperature, pressure, and tension, based on theoretical knowledge and practical experience in the field. Key Responsibilities:Directly support engineering and chemistry professionals in the assessment and optimization of printing press setups for various projects.Utilize theoretical knowledge and practical experience to identify and troubleshoot potential problems, including those related to artwork, material, and machine-based concerns.Conduct detailed analysis of control mechanisms for input variables (e.g., supply, strength, cleanliness of paper, ink, etc.) and printing functions to ensure optimal ink and water balance.Participate in and advise on the maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting of press operating equipment, including precise machined parts.Initiate repairs and participate in scheduled maintenance, applying principles of engineering, chemistry, and continuous improvement methods to practical problems and research. JOB INFORMATIONPOSITIONS AVAILABLE: 10JOB TYPE: FULL TIMEWAGE: - Entry salary starts at $20.00/hr if housing is provided; - Entry salary starts at $22.00/hr if housing is NOT provided;IS THERE A SHIFT PREMIUM? There are no shift premiums. This job is for night shift work.HOURS PER WEEK: 40+OVER TIME: average of 3 hours a weekWORKWEEK: 12 hour shifts start from 6 pm to 6 am or 8 pm to 8 am. Training however will occur on daylight shiftsHOURS PER WEEK: 84 hours in a two week period. One week 36 hours, the other 48 hours of which 8 are paid at the OT rate. OVER TIME: Yes, besides the regular 8 every other week, They can expect another 16 hours every two weeks.WORKWEEK: 12 hour shifts start from 6 pm to 6 am or 8 pm to 8 am. Training however will occur on daylight shifts - In a 14 day period they work 7 days. - One weekend is work every two weeks and one weekend is off every two weeks - This is a night shift position although training and other activities may occur on day shift.CAN THEY WORK EXTRA DAYS?: Yes, 2 or 3 daysWILL THEY WORK WEEKENDS?: Yes, there is mandatory work every other weekend and extra work often available the other weekend. We do not pay a premium for working weekends, but of course if it overtime they get OT rate.PAYMENT DAYS: Biweekly on WednesdayPAYMENT TYPE: Check or direct depositBREAK TIMES: Employees are alloted 3 breaks during their shifts.