Saddle Stitcher Operator Night shift

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate machine effectively and safely according to standards to ensure a quality product
• Reads and understands the job ticket layout sheet artwork and other specifications before beginning assigned job
• Make-ready and run all aspects of the saddle stitcher (pockets gatherer stitcher heads in feed trimmer mail table and mail head etc.)
• Fill in for other operators when needed
• Assist other operators with start-ups as possible when own line is down
• Support material handlers during continuous and self-supported running (including mail-sacking skid stacking pocket filling cover filling etc.) and give work direction during downtime and clean-up
• Responsible for promoting enforcing and sustaining Safety and look for ways to improve the operation
• Responsible for the ongoing training and development of other Finishing personnel and assisting Supervisors in documenting and improving procedures and processes by offering ideas and suggestions
• Communicate with Supervisors on any problems developing to help determine the best time to correct and prioritize
• Continue learning new and improved processes to achieve increased production
• Performs routine and preventive maintenance on all assigned equipment
• Keep ongoing list of maintenance issues to be addressed
• Ensures compliance with all applicable OSHA and EPA federal and state rules regulations policies and guidelines and Company safety rules
• Facilitate teamwork on crews and between shifts

Required Skills and Abilities

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• 1 3 years previous bindery experience
• Previous experience operating a Mueller and Martini Heidelberg Osako saddle stitcher preferred
• Experience on various bindery machines such as a binder cutter folder inserter and poly wrapper is a bonus
• Ability to meet quality expectations and productivity metrics
• Must be able to read and understand a job ticket layout sheet artwork and other specifications
• 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 and quality 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

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 Holidays
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Paid Veteran Time Off
• Legal Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance
• Parental Leave
• Advancement Opportunities

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 gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements. All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.