Binder operator job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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Example binder operator requirements on a job description
Binder operator requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in binder operator job postings.
Sample binder operator requirements
- Ability to read and understand blueprints
- Knowledge of safety procedures
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Ability to lift heavy objects
- Operate a variety of binder machinery
Sample required binder operator soft skills
- Excellent problem-solving abilities
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Strong communication skills
- Able to work as part of a team
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment
Binder operator job description example 1
First Choice Medical Staffing binder operator job description
- Gather forms or book blocks and runs them through our perfect binder(paperback books)
Knowledge Of Process
A) Understand the vendor and customer of the Inline Binders. B) Know how to read a job ticket to determine:
- Quantity needed to ship.
- How many forms make up the book
- Does book contain 4,8,16, or 32 page signatures.
- What boxes and pallets are required for shipping?
- Does the job require shrink wrapping, how many per package.
- How many books go into the boxes?
- Check for any special Bindery instructions like drilling, inserting, shrink wrapping, etc.
- Any other instructions pertinent to job.
Knowledge Of Equipment
- Definition of terms relating to equipment.
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Knowledge of all running pans and how they operate.
- Collator pockets
- Cover feeder
- Binder and components
- Trimmer
- Stacker
- Ideal Shrink wrapper
- Box machine
- Labeling system
- Collator signature detectors
- Bailer and trim systems
- Knowledge and requirements of all safety devices and controls and how they operate, function and location of all guards and safety switches.
- Knowledge of scheduled weekly, monthly, and semiannual maintenance
Knowledge of Materials
- Cover or text coated or uncoated
- Cartons
- Shrink wrap
- Spine and side glue
- Inserts such as maps, BR.C. cards or tabs.
Specific Functions of Apprentice Inline Operator
- Make sure a sample of the form is placed on the wire in front of and above the pocket holding the corresponding form.
- Make sure finished book size is correct.
- Check finished book for any missed bleeds.
- Check that finished book opens head, foot and front.
- Check page sequence before starting run.
- Check adhesion of cover to text.
- Check for proper mill and notching depth.
- Make sure glue thickness is correct. (Imm)
- Must be able to set up pockets for CD's, B.R.C. cards, tabs and maps.
- Know how to make minor repairs and adjustments.
- Make sure correct number of samples are provided.
Physical Requirements
- Able to lift 50lbs.
- Good math and reading skills.
- Requires long periods of standing, bending and lifting.
Other Requirements
- Flexible schedule, able to work overtime and weekends.
- Ability to direct co-workers in safety and quality standards.
- Good communication skills
- All or any duties necessary for the operation and maintenance of the machine
- Drug test required
- Must watch the safety video and take the test
Monday - Thursday, 5am - 3pm, Friday OT - not mandatory
$18.00 - $20.00
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024