Machine Operator (Bindery)

SUMMARY: Our Bindery Machine Operator is a critical part of a team that produces books, and related products used in the Christian education of students from Pre-K through 12th Grade. This individual is responsible for the set-up, operation, and maintenance of various finishing and bindery machines such as, but not limited to, large straight knife cutters, folders, stitcher, and mechanical binders while maintaining optimum quality and production.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Learn to understand job ticket/work order verifying correct trim, signature format, fold patterns, and bind type.
• Program (set up) and run jobs on cutter, folder, or binders, according to job specifications.
• Follow shop schedule or supervisors’ direction in prioritizing daily tasks.
• Record all activities in shop data collection system.
• Perform knife changes, regular and preventive maintenance, as well as troubleshooting and repairs on equipment as needed.
• Properly load, identify, and stage product prior to, during, and after completion.
• Maintain a safe and orderly working environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong analytical, mechanical, and trouble-shooting skill sets. Must have good visual acuity and manual dexterity.
• Be familiar with various substrates, their grain, bulking, and performance characteristics.
• Must be dependable, have a solid work ethic, positive attitude, and a focus on consistent quality.
• Must be able to read, comprehend, and follow written as well as verbal instructions.
• Strong communication and above average interpersonal skills and ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Strong math and basic level computer skills
• Ability to work shifts regularly and overtime as needed.
• One year of manufacturing or related experience.

An applicant for a position in the Bob Jones University group — Bob Jones University, Bob Jones Academy or BJU Press — must be a born-again Christian who has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Each applicant must agree with and affirm the Bob Jones University creed, mission (see https://www.bju.edu/about/creed-mission.php) and core biblical doctrines regarding areas such as the Bible, the triune God, man and salvation, etc.  Employees are expected to maintain a conservative lifestyle and support the group’s positions on issues such as beverage alcohol and addictive substances, creation, marriage and human sexuality and the sanctity of life, etc., (https://www.bju.edu/about/positions.php). Employees are to be active members of a local Bible-believing church which holds orthodox theology.  Whether in the classroom, online, through student activities, or through the preparation of educational materials for Christian schools and homeschool families, applicants must be committed to providing students an excellent, worldclass education from a biblical worldview that prepares them for a lifetime of service for Jesus Christ.