Bindery Folder​/Cutter Operator

We are currently recruiting for a Bindery Folder/Cutter Operator to join our team! The Bindery Folder/Cutter Operator performs manual and machine tasks related to the setup, maintenance, and operation of flatbed cutters and MBO folding machines in our printing manufacturing facility to produce high-quality printed and folded materials according to job specifications and production schedules.

• Set up and operate MBO folding machines and flatbed cutters; including set up and adjustments for feeder, folding, cutting, and delivery.
• Configure folder for special processes (e.g., perforating, scoring, slitting/trimming) and for various folding configurations (e.g., parallel, gate, accordion).
• Read and interpret job tickets, layouts, and specifications to ensure accurate folding and cutting.
• Verify accuracy of folds, final sizes, and crossovers on signatures; ensure no marking.
• Perform other bindery operations such as cutting, punching, shrink-wrapping, stitching, padding, and round cornering.
• Demonstrate a 95% success rate in troubleshooting folder machine issues and correcting process-related issues.
• Monitor production runs for quality, consistency, and efficiency; ensuring consistent product inspection.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on folder and cutter machines and document it in the maintenance binder.
• Complete all required documentation and data entry to support accurate machine records and inventory tracking.
• Load paper onto folder equipment and prepare basic start up functions.
• Follow proper safety procedures for operating bindery equipment.
• Adhere to company Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP’s).
• Assist with cleanup and maintain a neat and orderly work area.
• Perform other duties as requested.

• High school diploma or GED, and a minimum of three years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience operating MBO or similar folding equipment in a commercial print or packaging environment.
• Experience operating a flatbed cutter preferred.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical maintenance.
• Must be able to read and interpret rulers, scales, and other measurement devices.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, fractions, and volume.
• Must be able to stand regularly and walk frequently.
• Must be able to use hands and fingers in continuous and repetitive motions.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with or without mechanical assistance.

Resource Label Group, LLC (RLG) is a leading full-service provider of label and packaging solutions with a diverse product offering which includes pressure sensitive labels, shrink sleeves, RFID/NFC technology, sustainable product solutions, scent activation technology, pharmaceutical packaging and fulfillment services. Resource Label provides products and services for the food, beverage, chemical, household products, personal care, nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, medical device, and technology industries.

With locations across the U.S. and Canada, RLG provides national leadership and scale to deliver capabilities, technologies, systems, and creative solutions that customers require.

Why work with us? Take a look at all we have to offer!

• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive and Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance and Life Insurance
• Additional Benefits -- Long-Term Disability, Supplemental Life, Accident and Critical Illness Coverage Plans
• Excellent 401(k) retirement plan with generous company contribution
• We pride ourselves in investing in our employees by offering onsite training and the ability to have unlimited growth
  potential within our organization
• We believe in rewarding our employees with performance-based salary increases