Folder Operator- 1st shift

Position: Folder Operator- 8HRS 1st shift
Job posting

We are looking for individuals who are energetic, motivated, eager to learn, grow and develop their skills, while displaying a team and growth mind set to join our growing printing business!

Job title:

folder operator department: fulfillment

Reports to:

production supervisor flsa status: non-exempt

Pay band: 6 wage range: $18.48-$25.00

Shift: 1st shift/7a-3p with a/b rotation shift differential: na

Job summary:

A folder operator is responsible for directing all folder and direct cutting operations from pre-postproduction stages. A folder operator is the contact person for production related issues on the folders in finishing and direct mail. A folder operator is responsible for training employees on folder and direct cutting operations to ensure equipment is operating effectively.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

* set up, operate and maintain the ehret sheeting and bander, provide work direction and assistance to other folder operators with difficult troubleshooting on the folders and all in-line equipment and educate the operators. This includes knowledge of ink jet print systems.

* demonstrate leadership in working with roll tenders, inserter operators, temps and other operators.

* set up the machine in the correct manner and have the job lined up and measured according to job ticket, layout and sign-off.

* perform job sample checks and job oks.

* complete sort station and hand/battery lift training.

* communicate job status, special instructions, and checklists for equipment condition.

* run the machine through cross-over whenever you come into a machine that has been running.

* attend and participate in the monthly cost center meetings.

* perform daily, weekly, and monthly total productive maintenance (tpm) tasks to maintain optimal equipment performance.

* follow all nahan safety and quality standards.

* work assigned shifts, including weekends and overtime, as required.

* other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills and abilities

required:

* mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot basic machine malfunctions.

* attention to detail and ability to identify quality defects.

* ability to read and interpret work orders and technical specifications.

* strong computer skills.

* ability to work independently and part of a team.

* strong communication skills (written, verbal and listening).

* excellent time management skills and organizational skills.

* proficiency/fluent with english language, both written and verbal.

Education and experience:

* high school diploma or equivalent

* previous related experience preferred

* on-the-job training provided

Benefits

* medical

* dental

* vision

* 100% employer paid life insurance

* 100% employer paid short term & long-term disability insurance

* other voluntary employee benefits i.e. (accident & critical illness)

* 401k & profit sharing with employer match

* vacation/holiday/sick & safe time

Work environment and physical demands

The work environmental characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job operates in a manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this job inside the manufacturing facility, the employee is frequently exposed to normal to moderate working conditions for a manufacturing facility with a noise level that is usually moderate to loud. The role routinely uses printing equipment and machines.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee may be required to stand for long periods of time as well as use hands or fingers to reach or handle, and to reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

The employee will regularly lift 70lbs or more at a time. All vision abilities are required to encompass close-up work. Employees must be able to tolerate and endure extended seasonal hours and maintain alertness to meet deadlines.

Occasionally while performing duties of this job, the employee may…