Bindery machine operator job description

Are you a mechanically inclined individual, looking to get started in a trade?! Here's your chance! This is a company willing to train from the ground up! Learn every step in the process of how to operate machinery to make and bind books, albums, and magazines. This large company is looking for hard working, dedicated employees, eager to learn. If this sounds like you, they are offering first and second shift opportunities.
1st Shift:
6am-2: 30pm Monday-Friday


Job Purpose:

Set up or operate binding machines that produce books and other printed materials.


Essential Duties and/or Responsibilities:


Read work orders to determine setup specifications and instructions.
Examine stitched, collated, bound, and unbound product samples for defects
Start machines and make trial runs to verify accuracy of machine setups.
Set up, or set up and operate, machines that perform binding operations such as pressing, folding, and trimming on books and related articles.
Move controls to adjust and activate bindery machines.
Observe and monitor machine operations to detect malfunctions and to determine whether adjustments are needed.
Install and adjust bindery machine devices, such as knives, guides, rollers, rounding forms, creasing rams, and clamps, in order to accommodate sheets, signatures, or books of specified sizes, using hand tools.
Maintain records of daily production, using specified forms.
Fill machine paper feeds.
Lubricate and clean machine parts
Feed books and related articles such as periodicals and pamphlets into binding machines, following specifications.
Remove printed material or finished products from machines or conveyors and stack onto pallets or skids or pack them in boxes.
Clean work areas, and maintain equipment and work stations, using hand tools.


Knowledge and Skills Required:


Mechanical aptitude
Willingness to learn
Strong math - conversion of decimals, understanding ruler measurements
Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others


About SITE Staffing, Inc.


With over 25 years of experience, SITE Staffing, Inc. Is the staffing agency of choice for Milwaukee and the surrounding area. Employees trust us because they know we will match them with real opportunities at great organizations. Whether you are looking for a temporary assignment or a permanent position, we are here to help you reach your employment goals.

At SITE Staffing we value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We have been awarded the “ Five Star Invest in Vets” employer rating by the Wisconsin Veterans Chamber in recognition of our commitment to hiring, training, and retaining veterans, service members, and military spouses. We are an accredited member of the Better Business Bureau with an A+ rating, and we are the 2019 recipient of the BBB’ s Torch Award for Ethics.

Manufacturing --> Manufacturing

West Bend, WI

* ID: 59156
* Full-Time/Regular

Bindery Machine Operator 3 Wage:- Staring Range: 21/hr to 26/hr- 10 hour 3rd shift pay differential: $2/hr-$2,000 sign on bonus Schedule:- Four 10 hour shift with rotating 5th day of overtime every other week. -7:00 pm - 5:00am-Occasional overtime may be required including weekends Wage Disclosure: This is not an entry level position. Any candidate being considered must have at least 1 year of previous machine operation experience including, set ups, change overs, and tooling adjustments. Higher pay rates require directly applicable experience within the printing industry. Benefits:-Health Insurance-Dental Insurance-Vision Insurance-Life Insurance-Supplemental Insurance (Disability, Family Life Insurance, AD&D, etc.)-401K-Employee/Partner Discounts

Job Description

Set up, adjust and operate a variety of auxiliary binding machines containing several cutting heads, control surfaces or other attachments (i.e. inkjet and mailing devices, case making & decorating equipment, folders, cutters, collators, stitchers, drills, binding/gluing machines and/or set up automatic bindery machines containing multiple functions and station capabilities (power paper cutters, power collators and gatherers, power folders, power speed binder) which can be electromechanically combined with other equipment and devices to produce a complete bindery and finishing unit that processes printed sheets into final books, catalogs, manuals, directories, magazines or other completed products. Inspect equipment for safety issues. May operate automatic adhesive binding machines (perfect binders) that contain numerous interrelated process stations that are fed collated sheets or signatures and perform such functions as vibrating, milling, roughening, gluing, covering and delivering or stacking completed books, magazines or catalogs. Make needed adjustments to coordinate the multiple work stations on a single machine. Direct crew though all aspects of production. Monitor quality, output and productivity.

General knowledge of the more complex bindery machines (i.e. fully automatic binding machines (perfect binders), multiple station collators and multiple folding units, either individually or combined) to perform the full range of standard and specialized folds of printed materials. Thorough knowledge of the set up, operating requirements, procedures, capabilities and limitations of one or more bindery machines to perform the full range of standard and specialized folding, collating and cutting of printed materials to complete a combined finishing product. Ability to read and interpret written work orders or other job specifications containing bindery requirements which indicate the number and sequence of machine operations required to complete the work and to maintain dimensional accuracy in accordance with instructions provided; independently makes decisions on the type of equipment to be used. Knowledge of the quality and machining requirements of various coated and uncoated types of paper stock. Skill in setting up and adjusting machines for finishing operations and to refine such adjustments for the weight, color, machinability and quality of paper stock being used and to prevent machining impressions on the printed materials. Must be able to calculate distances, clearances, and fits in combining machines. Skill in using the full range of standard and specialized tools and devices to adjust and maintain the functional accuracy and operating conditions of the bindery machines.

RRD is an EEO/AA including Vets and Disabled Employer

Up to $6,000 in Stay-on Bonuses available to qualified candidates

Founded in 1907 Japs-Olson Company is an industry leader in direct mail services and commercial printing. Our purpose is to move ideas from our customers' minds to the world. We are seeking experienced Cutting, Folding, and Stitching Operators to join our Bindery team . Advance your career while learning to operate a variety of equipment in the printing industry with our extensive training program.

Japs-Olson offers weekly pay along with affordable benefits such as health insurance, life insurance, 401K with company match, and health savings accounts contributions, additional shift differential pay for the 2nd or 3rd shift plus a Stay-on bonus.

Great opportunities for advancement and overtime

We have positions available on multiple shifts, apply now to learn more

• 2nd Shift: 2pm-10pm - $0.75/hour Pay Shift Differential
• 3rd Shift: 10pm to 6am - $1.25/hour Pay Shift Differential

Key Tasks:

• Operate various machinery and equipment
• Participate in department training programs
• Follow documented work processes
• Maintain equipment
• Control waste and spoilage
• Observe and follow all safety rules
• Follow management system procedures, 5S and Standard Work instructions

Requirements:

• Experience operating manufacturing equipment
• Previous cutting, folding, and/or stitching experience preferred
• Mechanically inclined
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently and in team environments
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs

Benefits Overview:

• Stay-on bonus available, up to $6,000*
• Company provided training and certification program
• Affordable medical insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
• 401(k) savings plan with company contributions
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Short and long term disability
• Indoor, climate controlled environment
• Located on the 612 bus line in St. Louis Park

*Must pass a drug screen and background check prior to start

*Stay-On Bonus amount is based on experience. Paid out in three installments at 3 months, 6 months, and 12 months of employment at Japs-Olson.

*All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.

2nd Shift: 2pm-10pm - $0.75/hour Pay Shift Differential
3rd Shift: 10pm to 6am - $1.25/hour Pay Shift Differential