Machine Operator-Folder Card Affix

Employee Type:
Full Time Non-Exempt

Department:
Finishing

Reports To:

Production Supervisor

FLSA Status:
Non-exempt

Pay Band: 5

Wage Range: $20 - $23

Shift: 12HR Days/7a-7p

* Base pay is based on job-related skills, experience, credentials, role scope, and location. Candidates outside the posted range are encouraged to apply, as qualifications and market factors may influence consideration.

A Machine Operator-Folder Card Affix acts as the primary contact for production‑related issues on Direct Mail equipment & Speedo Near Line operations.

• Provide education, directions and assistance to team members, on best practices, troubleshooting, quality, safety, compliance, & equipment.
• Perform all tasks associated with Folder Operator, Ink Jet, and Helper roles, including setting up stations and bagging requirements.
• Operate equipment within job parameters and to the highest efficiency possible.
• Read and interpret job tickets, ensuring adherence to sign‑off and continuity procedures.
• Inspect cost center processes to verify quality standards and proper execution.
• Understand and complete Managing for Daily Improvement (MDI) sheets for assigned equipment.
• Inform Shift Leader and order supplies or parts as necessary and provide shift handoffs as necessary to other operators.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and participate in related activities.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) tasks to maintain optimal equipment performance.
• Ensure compliance with Nahan Lean manufacturing principles.
• Follow all Nahan safety and quality policies and procedures.
• Work assigned shifts, including weekends and overtime, as required.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• 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.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and production tracking.
• Ability to work independently and part of a team.
• Strong communication skills (written, verbal and listening).
• Proficiency/fluent with English language, both written and verbal.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous related experience preferred
• On-the-job training provided
• Medical
• 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

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 up to 50lbs 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.

While performing duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to machinery and moving parts, airborne particles including paper dust and hazardous materials or fumes, which may require the use of PPE. The employee may be exposed to adverse weather conditions, extended seasonal hours, high…