About the role
Job Description:
Perform “Make Ready” for jobs: Read job jackets for all information; Make sure the machine is set up correctly for each job; check work against Proof/Dummy for position and correctness; Fill out Bindery Checklists for approval; clarify information with supervisor as needed.
Have knowledge in Setups or willing to learn, set up or operate MBO/Stahl folders, know general maintenance of machines.
Have working knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, procedures and terminology within the offset Bindery Field (wrinkles, dog ears, scum, dryup, out of Register, Guide, Off Guide, Gripper, Tail of Sheet and Offset. Operate the machine to automatically fold, slit and score printed sheets.
Enter production data into a computer-based task tracking system that monitors daily production.
Monitor and maintain quality by following company SOP’s.
Understand general mechanical principles.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Be willing to be cross-trained in other areas of the plant and perform other duties as assigned.
Must be able to work well with others and function with limited supervision.
Qualifications:
Previous Finishing Operator experience including the ability to set up and operate bindery equipment is required. Knowledge of cutting, mailing and folding is highly desired.
The ability to bend and lift 10-15 pounds continuously, ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, stand for long hours, use hands and wrists continuously in a controlled movement.
Receive and follow instructions and use vision to identify defects.
Performing repetitious tasks in a fast-paced atmosphere with or without reasonable accommodation is necessary.
Excellent communication skills, including good verbal and written comprehension, are required.
The ability to perform basic math calculations is essential.
1st shift: 7 am to 3 pm
2nd shift: 3pm to 11 pm
3rd shift: 11pm to 7am