Bindery Operator, Perfect Binding

Job Summary:

As a Bindery Operator I, you will read and understand bindery ticket instructions and all forms of written instructions to perform duties that will ensure a quality product produced in a safe and efficient manner.

Essential Functions:

• Set up, run, and maintain assigned machinery.
• Troubleshoot assigned machinery according to company procedures and practices to assure efficiency and quality to meet the required production schedule.
• Read and understand the written information pertaining to the job.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to remain organized and self-directed in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to learn computer applications as necessary for the position.
• Ability to read, interpret and follow verbal and written instructions, work procedures and other related materials.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including strong customer service skills.
• Must communicate appropriate information accurately and clearly as needed.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

• Required to sit, stand or walk for prolonged periods of time.
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects or use controls, tools or equipment.
• May require the ability to use a keyboard and other office equipment.
• May require specific vision abilities that include close vision.
• May be required to perform concentrated work for extended periods of time.
• May be required to lift, carry or exert items or objects of reasonable weight.
• May be required to perform duties beyond standard business hours.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Prior experience running a perfect binding machine

Qualifications:

• Mechanical skills
• Communication skills
• Administration skills
• Leadership abilities
• Understanding of Lean concepts and practices

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Must be able to use hands for a variety of repetitive material handling tasks about 90% of an 8- hour shift constantly.
• Must be able to constantly stand for up to 8 hours
• Lifting between eight and 50 pounds from waist level and carry at waist level up to four feet on a frequent basis
• Lifting between eight and 50 pounds from waist level and carry at waist level up to four feet and lift above shoulder height and place it on a stack on an occasional basis
• Pick up, grasp and turn/rotate 4 to 8 pound handfuls of product on a constant basis
• Kneel and squat to do work on an occasional basis