Operator , Bindery - 1st shift

Summary

The Bindery Operator is responsible for the setup, adjustment and safe operation of all relevant bindery equipment such as: MBO folders with pile and continuous feeders;
Heidelberg/Stahl Folders with continuous feeders; and 6 pocket Muller Martini-Presto saddle stitchers to produce quality finished products that meet customer specifications and quality standards.

1st shift, Monday - Friday, eight or more hours per day, five days per week based on business needs. Primary schedule will be 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM, or similar. Training may occur at other times.

$18.00 to $21.00 hourly.

• Access the batching system to view batch lists and identify priority jobs to be completed
• Review job tickets and plan work processes to meet customer specifications for custom jobs
• Ensure machines are ready and set specifications to run products as required
• Quality control of completed jobs, providing updates on job status and schedule to the supervisor
• Make adjustments as needed to maintain specifications and timely flow of materials
• Monitor assigned machine during run to ensure machines are maintaining the proper requirements
• Unload machine and stack materials on pallets
• Ensure jobs are meeting quality and quantity requirements
• Troubleshoot machine problems, resolve if possible, notifying Floor Supervisor
• Maintain proper machine maintenance and lubrication
• Remove waste items for recycling
• Complete and maintain all required paperwork, records, documents, etc.
• Ensure all equipment, tools, and workstation are in good working order and is free of safety hazards
• Report workplace hazards to management immediately
• Wear all assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required
• Report all work related injuries, illnesses, and/or near misses to management immediately
• Maintain departmental housekeeping standards, such as keeping floors swept and absent of debris that may be a work hazard
• Regularly perform general housekeeping duties in your and surrounding work area(s)
• Adhere to all safety policies and protocols and maintain a safe working environment
• Attend all department/company meetings
• Other duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency; or six-months to one-year related experience in a manufacturing environment and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Three (3) or more years’ experience utilizing MBO folders with pile and continuous feeders
• Three (3) or more years’ experience utilizing Heidelberg/Stahl folders with continuous feeders
• Three (3) or more years’ experience utilizing 6 pocket Muller Martini-Presto saddle stitchers, preferred

• Basic math skills, ability to perform mathematical functions of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
• Effectively communicate orally and written with all members of the internal organization as well as external customers
• Ability to work flexible, extended hours and weekends as required
• Quality oriented
• Reading comprehension in relation to job ticket assignment and customer instructional specifications
• Detail-oriented and organized work ethic including efficient time management skills, with proven track record of completion of tasks/assignments
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D Insurance, Disability, and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for Health Care and Dependent Care
• 4over pays 100% of the employee’s premium for his/her Basic Life/AD&D Insurance in the amount of 1x the employee's annual salary, up to Five Hundred Thousand Dollars.
• Coverage will be effective on the 1st of the month following 1 month of continuous regular full-time employment

• New employees are eligible to enroll the first of the month, following 1 month of employment
• Semi-annual open enrollment (January 1st and July 1st)
• Discretionary employer match; typically, 50% of employee deferrals up to 6% of compensation
• Immediate Vesting

• 9 Paid Holidays
• Accumulating PTO to be used after 90-days of continuous and active full-time service

4over is an Equal Opportunity employer. It provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, or any other legally protected status and takes affirmative action to recruit, employ, train, and promote qualified minorities, women, covered veterans, and individuals with disabilities.