General Helper

Job Description

This individual assists journeymen press and bindery staff in the LSB Print Shop with production duties in a full-service print shop by stacking, loading, packaging, and delivering printed materials. The individual oversees and maintains cleanliness and organization within the shop area and assists with inventory of paper, supplies, and printed material in a self-motivated environment. Individual packages, loads, and delivers materials to legislative offices. The work is performed under the immediate direction of a foreman and under the general supervision of a division director.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assists journeymen press and bindery staff with print production by stacking, loading, and packaging raw and printed materials.
• Delivers printed materials to legislative office buildings or vendors in the downtown Lansing area.
• Removes scrap and recycled material from shop area.
• Handles receiving and stocking for paper, supplies, and printed materials.
• Performs maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs on shop machines and equipment.
• Maintains shop cleanliness, including sweeping and trash removal.
• Performs all duties safely and in accordance with safety rules and regulations.
• Maintains a high level of professionalism.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS and ABILITIES

• High school diploma or GED Certificate required.
• Must be in good physical condition to lift up to 65 pounds repetitively with ability to stand, stoop, kneel, and bend.
• Team-oriented with good communication and problem-solving skills. Strong customer-service orientation.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent work attendance and punctuality a must.
• Ability to learn and operate a forklift and roll clamp truck.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Must possess valid Michigan driver’s license with a history of safe driving.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Must be willing and able to work overtime and irregular hours as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Additional Requirements and Information

Online applications only are being accepted through the State of Michigan’s NEOGOV job posting website at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan.

Applicants must include the following two items as separate attachments in the online application for full consideration:

• Cover letter outlining interest and qualifications.
• Resume.