Bindery Operator

While working under the general direction of the Bindery Department Shift Supervisor or the person in charge, the Bindery Set-up Operator IV performs any and all work described under job descriptions for Bindery Assistant I, II, and III and Bindery Set-up Operator I, II, and III. With minimal supervision, the Bindery Set-up Operator IV prepares and operates all components of the In-line Binder Line and / or the Saddle-stitch Line in order to produce products meeting the quality and quantity limits established. The Bindery Set-up Operator must be able to run the Trimmer. The Bindery Set-up Operator IV performs, but is not limited to, all of the tasks included in the above stated positions. The Bindery Set-up Operator IV also is responsible for assisting senior operators with leadership, team work, and problem solving in Bindery.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Reviewing the schedule board for the next job assigned to the machine or line of equipment being worked on.
• Acquiring the job folder and reviewing it for specifications or special instructions that may impact the operation or setting up of the machine or line of equipment.
• Following routine procedures in the setting-up and in the operation of the machine or line of equipment.
• Reviewing the quality of the product continuously to meet that which is required.
• Maintaining the required records with quantities or any other information that may be helpful or required.
• Learning to become a more skilled operator and in becoming more familiar with all of the equipment through the maintenance and repairing of such equipment, and the immediate area.
• Assisting in the training of lesser skilled workers.
• Inspecting products, deciding to accept or reject the products in order to maintain the quality level required.
• Performing daily, as well as periodic, maintenance on all of the In-line equipment, and assisting in the repairing and / or the rebuilding of the equipment when called upon.
• Maintaining quality and production records in a prescribed manner to provide useful information on the given job.
• Reporting unusual conditions or circumstances to the supervisor or the person in charge.
• Working on job assignments in other manufacturing areas as instructed.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statements :

Education

High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)

Experience

Sufficient experience in the book printing industry

SKILLS & ABILITIES :

On The Job Training Requirements

Other Requirements

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Abilities

Stand C (Constantly)

Walk F (Frequently)

Sit N (Not Applicable)

Handling / Fingering C (Constantly)

Reach Outward C (Constantly)

Reach Above Shoulder O (Occasionally)

Climb N (Not Applicable)

Crawl N (Not Applicable)

Squat or Kneel O (Occasionally)

Bend F (Frequently)

Push / Pull

12 lbs or less F (Frequently)

13-25 lbs F (Frequently)

26-40 lbs O (Occasionally)

41-100 lbs O (Occasionally)

Lift / Carry

10 lbs or less F (Frequently)

11-20 lbs O (Occasionally)

21-50 lbs O (Occasionally)

51-100 lbs O (Occasionally)

Over 100 lbs N (Not Applicable)

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs / day)

F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs / day)

C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs / day)

Other Physical Requirements

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing Essential Duties and Responsibilities of this job, the employee regularly works near moving equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Employees in this position may be advised or required to utilize personal protective equipment including but not limited to : ear protection, eye protection, lifting equipment, and protective smocks.

Employment Type : Full Time

Salary : $16 - $21 Hourly

Bonus / Commission : No

Salary : $16 - $21