Requisition #: 13840 Functional Area: Manufacturing; Printing Employment Type: Full-Time Work Options: In Office at Location Specified Above Work Hours: 2:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Position Summary
The purpose of this Manufacturing role is to operate Bindery Finishing equipment in accordance with manufacturing standards and product specifications. In this role, you would be expected to operate at least one piece of Major Finishing Equipment for a minimum of 100 hours per year to maintain knowledge. Basic Finishing Equipment includes, but is not limited to: drill, single-head stitch, padder, Rosback perforator, shrink wrapper, riveter, carton erector, material handling equipment. Major Finishing Equipment includes, but is not limited to: Hamilton web collator, Didde web collator, MCT digital cutter, Col-Tec sheet collator, auto laminator, guillotine cutter, folder, Kugler, Horizon 5500 stitcher, Horizon perfect binder, Fin-Seal, and any of the Printing equipment.
The hours for this role is 2:30 pm to 10:30 pm Monday-Friday. No weekends or rotating shifts.
Job Responsibilities
Examines job specifications to determine machine set-up, operating time and quantity to be finished and shipped.
Makes ready and operates finishing equipment according to manufacturing standards and production specifications. Makes adjustments to rectify registration or cut-off issues.
Works with machine operators to set up equipment and performs assist duties during the operation of equipment as required.
Performs basic bindery functions such as gathering, jogging, hand collating, etc. according to manufacturing standards and production specifications.
Continually responsible for quality and quantity of finished product and follows all job checking procedures.
Properly records time and materials for each individual job, as well as recording daily information utilizing automated data collection system.
Handles routine daily and monthly maintenance as required. Works closely with the Manufacturing Maintenance staff on the preventive maintenance program as necessary.
Works either of the two shifts as needed and works overtime as needed to meet production requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Lead - Additional Functions:
Assists machine operators with resolving production related problems.
Assists the team leader with on-boarding and training activities.
Assists the team leader with scheduling work assignments.
Reviews work completed by other operators to ensure jobs are run according to specifications.
Qualifications
Experience:
6+ mos of experience working in a manufacturing environment
Bindery or assembly experience desired
Education:
High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED).
Other Skills/Qualifications:
Basic computer proficiency
Mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity to perform adjustments and maintenance
Ability to match or detect subtle differences between colors
Problem solving skills
Ability to follow written instructions
Detail oriented with focus on high quality
Lead Bindery Operator:
Leadership skills
Strong verbal communication skills
Physical Requirements
Work is performed primarily in a manufacturing (industrial printing) environment and may involve exposure to noise hazards, high speed mechanical moving parts, chemical hazards, and hazards common to Bindery equipment operation and the printing industry.
Work may involve repetitive operation of industrial equipment for extended periods of time. The work may also require frequent lifting of materials and equipment which have the potential of weighing up to a maximum of 50 lbs. Work Activities may also include the pushing/pulling of heavy materials, supplies or equipment. Equipment operation may also require frequent bending, grasping, and reaching.
Bindery activities and printing equipment operation requires the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Such PPE may include hearing protection, eye protection, hand protection and safety-toe footwear.
Other Information
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