Bindery Machine Operator - Afternoon

Alliance Franchise Brands LLC; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the printing industry is seeking a Bindery Operator to manage operations on 2nd and 3rd shifts. Ideal candidates will possess mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn. Join a dynamic team that fosters growth and dedication, with benefits including 401K, flexible health options, and paid time off.

Benefits

Paid holidays

401K matching

Flexible health and insurance options

Bonus eligibility

Qualifications

• Commercial Bindery experience preferred but not required.
• Attention to detail is key.
• Willingness to learn is essential.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate bindery machines.
• Maintain production records.
• Conduct quality checks on finished products.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Tools

MBO / Stahl continuous feed folders

Polar cutter

Heidelberg cylinder die cutters

Job description

Allegra Marketing Print Mail in Plymouth, Michigan, is a full-service commercial printer serving local, regional and national clients. We are looking for a Bindery Operatorfor our 2 nd shift (2pm-10pm) and 3 rd shift (10 pm-6am) to join our growing team and embraces our core values: passion for success, teamwork, respect, and integrity!

If you thrive in a fast-paced production environment, have a keen attention to detail and familiarity with printing, bindery/finishing (folders, cutters, booklet maker, mailing equipment and more) or are eager to learn, this position may be right for you.

JOB DUTIES:

• Set up and operate bindery machines, such as folding, scoring and die-cutting machinery.
• Read work orders to determine instructions and specifications for machine set-up.
• Install or adjust bindery machine devices, such as knives, guides, rollers, rounding forms, creasing rams, or clamps.
• Examine stitched, collated, bound, or unbound product samples for defects, such as imperfect bindings, ink spots, torn pages, loose pages, or loose or uncut threads.
• Maintain records, such as daily production records, using specified forms.
• Lubricate, clean, or make minor repairs to machine parts to keep machines in working condition.
• Punch holes in and fasten paper sheets, signatures, or other material, using hand or machine punches and staplers.
• Experience with any of the following equipment is a plus but not required, MBO pile feed folders, MBO / Stahl continuous feed folders, Muller Martini saddle stitcher, Polar cutter, Heidelberg cylinder die cutters, Dick Moll folder gluer, laminator

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Mechanical Aptitude
• Commercial Bindery experience preferred but not required.On-the-job training is also available.

THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM:

Time Away: We provide paid holidays and paid time away to spend with your family and friends.

Plan for the future: Plan for the near and long-term with our 401K retirements savings plan with matching company contributions.

Supporting your Health and Well-bring: We offer flexible health and insurance options including medical, dental and vision, employee, spouse and child life insurance, short-and long term disability, Healthcare FSA and Dependent care FSA, critical illness and accident insurance. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family.

Other compensation: Bonus eligibility

ABOUT US:

Located in Plymouth, MI, Allegra Marketing Print Mail is the corporate owned commercial printing production facility of Alliance Franchise Brands LLC, which is ranked #13 among the top 400 printers nationwide with revenues in excess of $400 million annually.

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