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Mercury Print Productions

*Temp to Hire

Rochester, NY · On-site

$16/hr

If you are not a current temp, please complete our general application instead. Position Details ... Work Environment/Physical Requirements: * Most employees will work indoors in a temperature ...

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Temporary Assistant Manager - Sales

Rochester, NY · On-site

$1.0K/wk

A work life balance with non-traditional retail working hours * Monthly Sales Incentives We appreciate your interest in exploring this temporary Assistant Store Manager - Sales (ASM2) career ...

Cooper Cos.

Employee Experience Coordinator- TEMP

Victor, NY · On-site

$20.25 - $26.25/hr

Work location: Trumbull, CT or Victor, NY (on-site). This is a contract only role for 4+ months. Sits within the Employee Experience team within Global People Services. Provides a range of first ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for temp work in Rochester, NY is $37,469.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35,700.00 and $39,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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DurationShort-term, often days to monthsFixed-term, can be months to years
Employment StatusTypically employed by staffing agenciesEmployed directly or through agencies for a set period
CredentialsBasic qualifications often sufficientSimilar or more specialized credentials
Work EnvironmentTemporary, often in busy or seasonal rolesProject-based or seasonal, often in specialized fields

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Yes, temporary jobs typically pay an hourly wage or salary, similar to permanent positions. Payment is usually processed weekly or biweekly, and pay rates depend on the industry, location, and skill level required for the role.

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Infographic showing various Temp Work job openings in Rochester, NY as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,469 per year, or $18 per hour.

*Temp to Hire

Mercury Print Productions

Rochester, NY • On-site

$16/hr

Full-time, Temporary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

***This application is for current temporary staff that are actively working at Mercury.***
If you are not a current temp, please complete our general application instead.
Position Details:
  • Mercury Print Productions currently partners with multiple local staffing agencies to provide Temp to Hire opportunities in the Rochester community. If you are a current temp actively working with us and would like to be considered for direct hire opportunities please complete this application. Please note that direct hire opportunities are not guaranteed. Our hiring decisions are based on company need as well as your performance and attendance during your temporary assignment.
  • Summary/Duties: Duties will vary by position, we look forward to learning more about you to find out what position may be the best fit and can provide duty details at that time
  • Schedule: Mercury Print operates 24/7 and offers a variety of shifts including days, afternoons, overnight, weekday and weekend shifts
  • Location: Rochester Tech Park, 2332 Innovation Way, Bldg 4, Rochester, NY 14624 **Must have reliable transportation**
  • Pay: Starting at $16+ per hour based on position, experience, and shift schedule

What we are looking for:
  • Qualifications/Experience:
    • All candidates must be reliable, willing to learn, highly motivated and eligible to work in the U.S. Most positions prefer some type of related experience and high school diploma or GED. Good communication skills and the ability to work well with others are required for all positions. Most positions require basic reading, math, and computer skills. Additional skills requirements vary by position.
  • Work Environment/Physical Requirements:
    • Most employees will work indoors in a temperature-controlled manufacturing facility and/or office. Some positions will be exposed to loud sounds, hazardous chemicals, and equipment on the production floor. Most positions require the ability to bend, lift and carry but the weight amount varies by position. Some positions will require the ability to stand/walk on hard surfaces for extended periods or to sit for extended periods. The ability to complete repetitive tasks; operate computers and/or machines (dexterity, bend, stretch, reach, climb, crouch, etc.) and communicate effectively is also typically required. *Reasonable accommodations may be available upon request.

Working for Mercury:
  • What we are about: Mercury is a local family owned business that has been operating in Rochester since 1968. In an age where companies tend to see employees as only numbers, we reject that trend and see our team as part of the family. We are a tech forward printing company company focused on using innovation and excellent customer service to provide a quality product to our clients. We pride ourselves on providing a workplace with state of the art equipment and technology, and our environment is highly focused on teamwork, efficiency, quality and safety.
    • Want to learn more? Check out our website https://mercuryprint.com and social media.
  • What we offer: We are constantly evaluating what our employees need from us and adjusting to meet these needs.
    • Competitive Pay: We offer competitive pay for the industry based on experience/skills PLUS with our annual evaluations, employees have the opportunity to potential rate increases based on individual performance/attendance AND company performance.
    • Full-Time Benefits Package: We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability insurances, time off starting at 80 hours that grows with your years of service, paid holidays, retirement savings with our 401(k) plan, and an Employee Assistance Program.
    • Longevity & Growth: We value every team member and have employees celebrating decades of anniversaries. It isn't unusual for our people to work their way up from production floor to leadership.
    • Fun Atmosphere: We want our employees to enjoy coming to work each day and coordinate employee appreciation events to allow for everyone to come together, plus recognition opportunities with appraisals, employee of the month and service awards!

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Mercury is an EEO employer and uses e-verify to confirm employment eligibility. All applicant notices are available on our career page at: https://mercuryprint.com/working-at-mercury/

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