Associate Print, Insert, Bindery Operator (starts at 21hr)

The Associate Print Insert Bindery Operator takes pride in delivering high quality consistent physical communication materials placing a high value on quality service and delivery to meet all customer needs. This is an onsite role at one of our corporate locations supporting at least one production area within the department; supporting various processes within this space. This role has daily responsibilities that include operating high-capacity production printers a variety of document finishing equipment and mail inserting machines. Workload is determined by regulatory due dates and client demands which requires an ability to adapt to business needs and daily priorities.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conducts various production service tasks including reading reviewing and interpreting job specifications in order to print finish transport and insert daily client correspondence for core product business areas.

Completes the required basic machine setup and calibrations needed to ensure the seamless operation of equipment to keep the job moving through production while maintaining high quality accuracy and timely delivery.

Conducts a quality control review of proof and production job components to verify accurate and high-quality finishing of materials safeguarding the organizations brand image and commitment to an optimal client the event of identified issues or concerns collaborate with experienced staff to implement necessary corrective actions.

Updates the appropriate workflow administration tools upon completion of a job to progress to the next production stage marks it complete and/or adjusts completed pieces as appropriate.

Provides basic maintenance support for inhouse production equipment ensuring they are maintained and running properly. Works with more experienced peers when machine errors or issues come up to determine next steps.

Follows all standard operating procedures best practices and safety standards ensuring your safety as well as those around you. Maintains a clean and orderly work environment and restocks supplies daily.

Demonstrates the ability to receive constructive feedback during equipment or process training and take appropriate steps to acquire knowledge and enhance skills.

Utilizes Continuous Improvement (CI) tools to eliminate waste and optimize processes in daily operations and incorporates practices into daily routine to create and maintain a productive work environment.

In this position regular communication is essential with peers external vendors contractors consultants and supervisory staff including their manager. The role involves providing insights to peers and other team members regarding suggested improvements concerns or identified issues with equipment and processes.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

Required:

• High school graduate or GED equivalent required.
• Familiarity with operation and maintenance of industrial equipment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills coupled with solid problem-solving ability.
• Ability to manage time effectively work quickly and accurately.
• Thorough attention to detail commitment to quality client-centric focus and delivery of exceptional service
• Flexibility to work additional hours or different schedules as needed.
• Requires extended periods of walking and standing reaching with arms and hands; stooping kneeling crouching; ability to lift sixty-five pounds and push/pull skids of material. Physical ability to stand walk squat reach sit bend and count for extended periods of time. High degree of hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• General aptitude using computer system and software. This would include but not limited to Microsoft Word Excel Outlook Teams etc.
• Ability to obtain formal training certification for operation of electric pallet jack.
• Capability to tolerate noise and exposure to paper dust.

Preferred:

• Lean Six Sigma training or experience with improving processes continuous improvement and leading change.
• 1 to 3 years of experience using an array printing finishing mail inserting industrial equipment is a plus. Examples could include digital print folding cutting binding and / or mechanical inserting machines.

Pay Transparency

Thrivents long-term growth depends on attracting rewarding and retaining people who are committed to helping others thrive with purpose. We accomplish this by offering a wide variety of market competitive compensation programs to attract reward and retain top talent. The applicable salary or hourly wage range for this full-time role is $17.10 - $23.14 per hour which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will be determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to location relevant experience skills and knowledge business needs market demand and other factors Thrivent deems important.

Thrivent is unique in our commitment to helping people to be wise with money and live balanced and generous lives. That extends to our benefits.

The following benefits may be offered: various bonuses (including for example annual or long-term incentives); medical dental and vision insurance; health savings account; flexible spending account; 401k; pension; life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; disability insurance; supplemental protection insurance; 20 days of Paid Time Off each year; Sick and Safe Time; 10 paid company holidays; Volunteer Time Off; paid parental leave; EAP; well-being benefits and other employee benefits. Eligibility for receipt of these benefits is subject to the applicable plan/policy documents. Thrivents plans/policies are subject to change at any time at Thrivents discretion.

Thrivent provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) without regard to race religion color sex gender identity sexual orientation pregnancy national origin age disability marital status citizenship status military or veteran status genetic information or any other status protected by applicable local state or federal law. This policy applies to all employees and job applicants.

Thrivent is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation please let us know by sending an email toor calland request Human Resources.