Job Title: Bindery Folder Operator

Reports To: Bindery/Finishing Manager

Schedule: 2nd shift M-F 2pm-10pm

Purpose of Position:

A Bindery Folder Operator makes ready and uses folding equipment to fold, slit, and score sheets of paper. They aid in the production of brochures, catalogs, books, mailers, etc. to written specifications following Standard Operating Procedures and customer requirements. They perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment. They also train and monitor Bindery Helpers to achieve consistent performance and product quality.

Essential Responsibilities:

· Verify information on job ticket and staged materials (paper stock, cartons, etc.). Ensure that requirements are correct before initiating make ready on any equipment.

· Adjust guides to size of folded signatures or flat sheets.

· Inspect folded, slit or scored signatures visually for position approvals and readjusts controls to correct errors or inconsistencies. Get pre-production ok from supervisor and do continuity pulls throughout run.

· Set trimmer knives to trim sides of product to specified size.

· Turn controls to regulate tension of creasing blades and folding rollers according to paper thickness and printed (ink coverage, etc.) characteristics and to size and number of folds specified.

· Feed and off bear product off Folder or monitor Helpers performing feeding and off bearing operations.

· Complete paperwork related to job function (counter readings, signing job tickets, load tags etc.).

· Convey essential information to incoming shift personnel to minimize production delays and maximize efficiency.

· Practice safe work habits and housekeeping by coaching peers on safety and area maintenance and assisting with these responsibilities.

· Supervise and instruct Bindery Helpers, train them as needed to perform job duties

· Move loads or bundles, secure cartons, skids, etc.

· Troubleshoot problems to maintain quality standards and to keep equipment in running condition – performs minor and daily maintenance as required.

· Accept responsibility for the efficiency and accuracy of the product produced.

· Adhere to and promote all safety policies and procedures, making sure work area is hazard free and orderly

Skills and Abilities:

· Use hand tools or machines needed to perform operations appropriately and safely.

· Read e-job tickets, job information, purchase orders, blueprints, diagrams or drawings of items to be produced, purchased, maintained or repaired.

· Measure, cut or otherwise work on materials or objects with great precision and accuracy.

· Use arithmetic or shop geometry to figure and verify amounts or material needed, or to be ordered, dimensions to be followed and cost of materials.

· Visualize what the finished product will look like.

Requirements:

This job description requires Low risk/Low Security data attention.

All Employees will be required to complete a background check prior to first day of employment. All employees are also required to sign an annual attestation of any felony and /or certain gross misdemeanor criminal convictions that occurred during their employment.

Physical Demands:

Requires standing, walking, and bending throughout the entire shift. Necessitates frequent lifting and carrying of materials up to 40 pounds and on occasion, more. To move objects by lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling. Requires the ability to bend and twist at the waist, stoop or crouch, and kneel on an occasional basis. Occasionally requires reaching, handling, and hand-to-eye coordination. Vision requirements include near acuity, far acuity, depth perception, full field of vision, and 100% color vision.

Educational/Experience:

Education, training, and experience. Any combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates ability to perform the duties and responsibilities as described.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Minneapolis, MN 55433: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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