Job Description
Production Technician -Bindery Operator
The Pioneer Group, a Hearst Newspaper Company, has an immediate opening for an experienced Production Technician - Bindery Operator to support the printing of four daily newspapers as well as commercial web offset printing. This is a day shift role and when not running a stitcher you will be trained on Ink Jet Mailing, and Inserter machine operation.
Responsibilities

• Muller-Martini Saddle stitcher machine operation
• Preventative maintenance and troubleshooting,
• Machine repair
• Cross-training and staff scheduling
• Packaging, and skid loading

Qualifications

• high school diploma.
• 1 years' experience operating a Stitcher-Trimmer
• Current hold or able to obtain a forklift license.
• Experience with mechanical troubleshooting.
• A sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong math skills
• Team player and crew leadership

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About Us
Hearst Midwest Media Group's features seven dominant newspaper brands in Michigan and Illinois - covering the communities of Midland, Huron, Big Rapids, Manistee, Alton, Edwardsville, and Jacksonville. The mixture of daily and weekly publications, and network of go-to websites provide hyper-local coverage, entertainment, and a serious journalistic commitment to watchdog and investigative reporting that impacts the areas they serve. In addition to its journalism, the organization provides innovative, unique advertising and marketing solutions for local and regional businesses to grow and succeed.
Recognizing the diverse needs of our candidates, if you are interested in applying for employment and need assistance or an accommodation to use our website or regarding the application process, please contact us by email at hnpemployment@hearst.com. Please do not use this email address to inquire about the status of applications. We will only respond to inquiries concerning requests for a reasonable accommodation through this email address.