Perfect binder operator job description

Perfect Binder
Manchester, CT

Allied Printing Services is a full-service commercial and financial printer that has been in operation since 1949 and are a print-media solutions provider in Manchester, CT. We have a robust sheetfed, web, digital press capabilities, the largest bindery/finishing area in New England, mailing, fulfillment, kitting, Print-on-Demand and variable data capabilities. Do you want to succeed in a fast paced and growing family-run company, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Job Summary:
The Perfect Binder Operator will read work orders and set up equipment according to project specifications to run a project.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• The Perfect Binder Operator will operate a Muller Martini Perfect Binder in conformance with job specifications; binds sheets, loads pockets, stack finished products as indicated and perform machine adjustments that will minimize waste.
• Binds sheets or signatures into complete booklets by use of automated bindery finishing machine using a flexible adhesive rather than wire stitching.
• Loads pockets in proper order with properly collated signatures making certain backs of signatures have been ground off to leave a rough surface for adherence of glue.
• Perform bindery operations to operate and run bindery machinery, ensuring machine speed and quality of product are maintained.
• Coordinate efforts of all bindery team members to ensure bindery is set up and operated according to bindery run schedule(s) meeting all deadlines.
• Inspect working parts and be able to recognize those that need replacement, reporting to management or maintenance any problems that would affect production.
• The ideal candidate will inspect, minimize waste, and maintain a constant flow on machine by providing methods of feeding, piling and handling work.
• Stack finished products in cartons or hampers as indicated.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Good manual dexterity required
• Understanding of finishing principles
• Comfortable in a fast paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of computer systems needed.
• Examine job orders to determine quantities to be bound or inserted or special binding instructions. Ensure that bindery team members know job details to ensure proper bindery utilization.
• Sup, adjust and repair heads as needed for smooth and trouble free operation

Education and Experience:

• High School graduate or equivalent.

Physical Requirements: Standing- 80%, Walking-20%

Job Type: Full Time
Shift Available & Schedule: 2nd shift: 4:00pm-12:00am, 3rd shift: 12:00am-8:00am

Why should you work at Allied Printing Services?
Allied Printing Services will give their employees the opportunity for upper mobility! We encourage a culture of diversity where people feel free to ask questions and express their opinions and want to support, nurture and inspire each other.

Great Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, 401(k), 401(k) match, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Holiday, 2nd (12%) & 3rd (15%) shift differentials, Paid Weekly, Growth Opportunities, Employee Referral Bonus, Work-Life Balance, Great Company Culture.

Allied Printing Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants and employees are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, military or veterans' status or any other legally protected status or basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Allied Printing Services prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on these protected categories. If you need an accommodation to apply please let us know.

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• Direct a binder crew to produce safely and efficiently good, quality product.
• Use mechanical skills to set up and run machine.
• Thoroughly read and understand job specifications on a job ticket, to ensure customer satisfaction through quality product.
• Ensure proper materials and product are prepped at the machine, and train/ assist crew members to obtaining replacement product from Material Handling as necessary.
• Troubleshoot breakdowns, make minor repairs, and perform routine maintenance on machine.
• Follow detailed written instructions to complete safety and production reports and all other paperwork as required.
• Responsible for maintaining good housekeeping in work area.

• Preferer bindery knowledge with 3-5 years' work experience in perfect binder operation.
• Prefer experience with Muller and Kolbus equipment.
• Ability to read a ruler, both metric and standard.
• Must have leadership skills to direct crewmembers.
• Must have good interpersonal skills and be able to work directly with employees and internal customers.
• Must be able to work any shift and overtime as required.
• Must be physically capable of performing the work with or without reasonable accommodation

• Job training
• Career advancement
• College tuition up to $5,250 per year
• Paid vacation & holidays
• Competitive compensation
• Medical (PPO and HSA Plans), Dental, Vision
• Teledoc - convenient and no cost
• Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary life
• 401(k) with company match
• Company paid short term disability
• FSA Health and Dependent Care savings accounts
• HSA Health saving account
• EAP program

CJK Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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