Bindery Operator Printing 3rd Shift

Mittera is currently seeking a Bindery Operator to join our Finishing team! BIndery Operators perform set-up adjustment and safe operation of cutting equipment. They also prepare product to be packed collated or bound ensuring that all items produced meet customer specifications. Bindery Operators are responsible for operating equipment such as stitcher/trimmers cutters folders mailers shrink wrappers and collators to process or finish printed products. These individual positions are distinguished primarily by the differences in equipment and the differing training required for each.

This position is on 3rd Shift Monday - Friday from 11 PM - 7 AM. Must be able to work this schedule.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Binds sheets of paper or signatures into complete saddle stitched and trimmed booklets by operating an automated bindery finishing machine.
• Jogs and cuts paper and board stock to required sizes for printing and cuts and trims finished products using a cutter.
• Folds sheets of paper into folders or signatures finished or unfinished using a folding machine.
• Operates small binding machines and drills or perform manual binding operations including tabber laminator or collator.
• Reads and understands the job ticket layout sheet artwork and other specifications before beginning the assigned job. Asks any questions or reports and problems regarding the assigned job.
• Sets up operates and maintains all pieces of equipment which make up a part of the various binding and finishing equipment in a full-service bindery operation.
• Ensures good housekeeping practices are followed in order to maintain a clean healthful and safe work area around the binding equipment for employees and customers.
• Records the quantity of good sheets or product finished on the back of the job ticket.
• Records the amount and type of materials used on the job on the time sheet.
• Operate a manual and battery-operated lift jack.
• Maintains quality control at a level that meets or exceeds the demands of the individual jobs.
• Pulls and labels run samples with tags and marks.
• Participates in and/or supports any formal quality programs such as Statistical Process Control (SPC) or Total Quality Management (TQM) as requested.
• All other duties as assigned

Required Skills and Abilities

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability keeping with Mitteras philosophy that each individual should be encouraged to reach his or her full potential and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) reasonable accommodations or modifications will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Hours may vary depending on departmental staffing needs.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
• 3 5 years of experience as a binder operator
• Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos
• Effective communications skills with all levels within the organization
• Ability to use basic math skills such as addition subtraction multiplication division measurements and critical thinking to solve practical problems
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written oral diagram or schedule form
• Must have the ability to work effectively in stressful situations and meet stringent deadlines
• Be organized and able to plan prioritize and follow through on projects assigned with minimal supervision
• Has basic computer skills
• Must be self-motivated reliable quality and safety oriented

Physical Requirements

• Requires use of proper body mechanics with pushing pulling reaching lifting squatting kneeling and bending
• Pushing/pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs
• Requires fine motor hand and arm movement manual dexterity and coordination
• Requires near visual acuity
• Requires working around and operating departmental equipment
• Must be able to access and navigate each department in the facility
• Requires the ability to function in a professional manner under stressful circumstances

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to hazardous materials. A production employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts.

Mittera is a leading-edge company that provides commercial and digital printing finishing graphic design data analytics direct mail processing and fulfillment services. Mitteras full-service approach connects data-driven revelations bar-raising creative and expertly printed materials to give our customers brand recognition it deserves. Competitive compensation and robust benefits plans are offered. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Policies
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• 401K with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave

Mittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal be 18 years or older to apply.

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