Bindery operator job description

Minimum Requirements
• Must be 18 or older with a high school diploma or equivalent
• 2 years previous Bindery Operator experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Must be willing to rotate shifts, work over-time, nights and weekends as needed
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• Willingness and ability to take and follow directions from shift supervisor and crew leader
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to read and interpret documents to include job tickets, safety rules, manuals, press imposition, and rule-up sheets
• Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide all units of measure
• Must have basic electronic and computer keyboard knowledge
• This position requires more than 7 hours of standing on feet and walking
• Able to lift and bend for extended periods of time
• Ability to visually identify product defects
• Fill, lift, and stack cartons that weight up to 50 lbs. from floor to shoulder heights with or without reasonable accommodations with frequent repetition
• Manufacturing environment with noise exposure to varying levels (Hearing protection provided)

Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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.
Qualification

* 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 setup, 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.

* Job requires ability to exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Manufacturing --> Bindery

Aurora, CO

* ID: 59149
* Full-Time/Regular

Bindery Operator

RR Donnelley is looking for an energetic & highly motivated team member to join Manufacturing at our Frederic Printing facility in Aurora, Colorado

Job Description:

Candidate will set up, adjust and operate a variety of binding machines, such as inkjet and mailing devices, case making & decorating equipment, folders, cutters, collators, stitchers, drills, binding/gluing machines which will produce printed sheets into books, catalogs, manuals, directories, magazines, etc.

* Inspect equipment for safety issues.
* Make needed adjustments to coordinate multiple workstations on a single machine.
* Direct crew though all aspects of production.
* Monitor quality, output and productivity.

Required Knowledge/Skills:

* Working knowledge of the operation, set-up, adjustment, procedure, capabilities and limitations of bindery equipment.
* Familiar with different paper weights, sizes, kinds and colors to be able to identify paper conditions (excessive moisture or curling that frequently requires additional machine adjustment).
* Basic mathematics to understand requirements needed in job orders and to make any necessary adjustments.
* Ability to use a full range of standard and specialized tools and devices to adjust and maintain bindery machines.
* Ability to read and interpret written work in accordance with the provided instructions

WE OFFER:

A Competitive Salary

Excellent Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Spending Account (HSA)

Employer Paid Life, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability

401K Plan with Company Match

Paid Holidays/Vacation/Sick Time

Employee Discounts/Recognition

At RRD, our people make a difference every day - in production, working with customers, or behind the scenes in a support role. They know how to manage the job and exceed expectations. Founded in 1864, RRD is a global company that employs over 25,000 people in 40 countries. For a challenging and rewarding career opportunity with an innovative industry leader, consider starting or continuing your career with RRD!

Pay range for this position is $18.00 to 20.00 per hour; however, base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills and experience.

RRD is an EEO/AA, including Vets and Disabled Employer