Desktop Publishing Operator jobs in Lancaster, PA

Description

Summary

The T2 Bindery Operator is capable of most job makereadies and set ups, operating and maintaining adequate pace of operation of commercial print bindery equipment for the purpose of transforming blank or printed materials into high quality, finished, cut and folded shapes and sizes that meet and exceed customer's strict specifications.

Qualifications

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Works closely with the Shift Supervisor and Lead Bindery Operator to ensure that production goals are met. Notifies and consults Shift Supervisor in the event production schedule is not being maintained.
• Reads job ticket instructions and interprets and applies instructions to set up and run multi-station stitcher and/or various types of commercial print foldersand programmable cuttingequipment to given specifications.
• Troubleshoots problems to maintain quality standards and to keep equipment in good running condition. Will request and submit maintenance tickets when needed.
• Runs sample run, and examines product frequently during job run by pulling QC pieces to ensure that work meets customer quality specifications. Notifies and consults Shift Supervisor in the event quality standards are not being met.
• Makes efficient use of supplies, maintains awareness of costs involved in production.
• Cleans, lubricates and maintains equipment to ensure its optimum operation.
• Actively participates in the process improvement of all aspects of the department.
• Provides training for new team members
• Provides feedback to the Shift Supervisor regarding personnel evaluations.
• Adheres to and promotes all safety policies and procedures including, but not limited to, the proper handling of hazardous materials, machine safeguarding, lock out- tag out, hearing protection and attire requirements.
• Performs other related duties and participates in special projects as assigned.
• Meets shift attendance requirements.

SAFETY Required to wear hearing protection when press equipment is running. Gloves and/or goggles are to be worn when working with chemicals. Hearing protection is available when working on other machinery. Employees must adhere to the EPC Personal Safety and other safety-related policies.

REASONING, MATH and LANGUAGE SKILLS Must be able to reason through situations that require routine decisions during operation of his or her equipment. When a situation arises that requires additional help the employee should immediately contact the Supervisor. Knowledge of basic English, math and minor computer skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS Required to stand and use hands to lift and handle the product. Frequently reaches with their hands and arms. Occasionally walks, stoops, kneels, crouches or crawls. Frequently lifts between 10 - 25 pounds and occasionally lifts from 25 - 75 pounds. Occasionally moves product from one department to another or within the department by pushing or pulling mail carriers, pallet jacks and waste hampers.

WORK ENVIRONMENT Press and Finishing departments are climate controlled. Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. Noise level in the work area is moderate.

Skills/Qualifications

• Able to efficiently set up, run and troubleshoot all 3 binders, folder and guillotine cutter. This includes most types and sizes of jobs including operating the video jet for in-line mailing.
• Problem Solving, Detail Oriented, Quality Conscious, Verbal Communication, Functional and Technical Skills, Action Oriented, Judgment /Decision Making