Bindery Operator

Cober Printing Limited; Calgary; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Cober Printing Limited in Calgary, Alberta, is seeking a Bindery Operator for the Photobooks department. Reporting to the Digital Print Operations Manager, you will operate a variety of machines and equipment to assemble and finish photobooks, and participate in cross-training across stations to ensure quality and timely completion of the final product.

This is a full-time permanent position with onsite training, opportunities for growth, and a culture of inclusivity in a company with over 110

Qualifications

• Secondary School Diploma or equivalent; print experience is an asset.
• Written and verbal fluency in English.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple duties.
• Reliability and dependability.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work with others while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to train complex processes.
• Flexibility in scheduling; overtime may be required.
• Physical effort: stand/walk up to 7 hours; lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as Case Maker, Cutters, Laminators, Layflat, PUR Binders, Smasher.
• Perform routine inspection and maintenance on machinery.
• Ensure correct processes and materials for high-quality results.
• Collaborate across the department to meet quality and timing standards.
• Cross-train to gain proficiency in all Photobooks stations.
• Inspect final product for damage or quality issues.
• Keep workspace clean, safe, and tidy.
• Instruct temporary employees on best practices for multiple tasks.
• Complete additional tasks and comply with safety requirements.

Skills

English fluency

Organization

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Staff training

Overtime flexibility

Physical strength

Communication

Education

Secondary School Diploma

Job description

Interested in learning about the world of print? We are looking for someone who has a positive attitude, willingness to learn, and enjoys a stimulating and fast-paced environment. We offer training onsite with opportunities for growth in a culturally inclusive atmosphere. Cober is a family-owned business operating for over 110 years and has expanded to two locations in Ontario and 1 in Alberta with more than 300 employees. We are one of Canada's largest commercial printers and ship over 2 million orders a month! We are proud of our technical innovations and are constantly investing in our manufacturing capabilities.

Job Summary:

The Bindery Operator, reporting to the Digital Print Operations Manager, works with a variety of machines and equipment to assemble and finish photobooks. This position is required to cross-train in multiple stations to become proficient in several steps in the book making process. The Bindery Operator involves a high level of collaboration to ensure the quality and timely completion of the final product. This position is a full-time permanent position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate a variety of machines and equipment, such as the Case Maker, Cutters, Laminators, the Layflat machine, PUR Binders, and the Smasher.
• Perform routine inspection and routine maintenance on machinery and equipment.
• Conduct all work in a way that utilizes the correct process and materials to produce high-quality results.
• Work collaboratively across the department to ensure quality and timing standards are consistently being met.
• Engage in the cross-training program to gain proficiency in all stations [JB1.1]within the Photobooks department.
• Inspect the final product for any damage or quality issues.
• Clean and maintain a safe and tidy working environment.
• Instruct temporary employees on best practices for multiple tasks when necessary.
• Complete additional tasks as required.
• Comply with all occupational health and safety requirements.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Secondary School Diploma or equivalent and previous experience in a print role is considered an asset.
• Written and verbal fluency in English
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and duties simultaneously Reliability and dependability.
• Keen attention to detail
• Ability to work with others while maintaining a positive attitude
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate and train complex processes.
• Flexibility in scheduling is considered an asset.
• Ability to work reasonable overtime hours when required to meet customer demands.
• A moderate amount of physical effort will be required to perform the duties of the job. In a typical day, the incumbent will be expected to stand and walk for up to 7 hours or more, perform repetitive tasks, and lift, carry, and stack up to 50lbs regularly.