Bindery Operator

Social Influence LLC

Flint (MI)

On-site

USD 24,796 - 33,062

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A printing company in Flint, Michigan, is seeking a Finishing Operator to set up and operate bindery equipment while ensuring quality control. The role requires excellent communication skills, physical capability to lift weights, and the ability to perform in a fast-paced environment. Hourly pay ranges between $18 and $24, with shifts available throughout the day.

Qualifications

Ability to operate bindery equipment and perform Setups.
Ability to bend and lift 10–15 pounds continuously.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Perform ‘Make Ready’ for jobs according to job jackets.
Enter production data into a task tracking system.
Monitor and maintain quality following company SOPs.

Skills

Finishing Operator experience

Communication skills

Basic math calculations

Job description

Job Description

Perform “Make Ready” for jobs: Read job jackets for all information; make sure the machine is set up correctly for each job; check work against Proof/Dummy for position and correctness; fill out Bindery Checklists for approval; clarify information with supervisor as needed.
Have knowledge in Setups or be willing to learn, set up or operate MBO/Stahl folders, and understand general machine maintenance.
Possess working knowledge of commonly used offset bindery concepts, practices, procedures and terminology (wrinkles, dog ears, scum, dryup, out of Register, Guide, Off Guide, Gripper, Tail of Sheet and Offset). Operate the machine to automatically fold, slit and score printed sheets.
Enter production data into a computer‑based task tracking system that monitors daily production.
Monitor and maintain quality by following company SOPs.
Understand general mechanical principles.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Be willing to be cross‑trained in other areas of the plant and perform other duties as assigned.
Work well with others and function with limited supervision.

Qualifications

Previous Finishing Operator experience including the ability to set up and operate bindery equipment is required; knowledge of cutting, mailing and folding is highly desired.
Ability to bend and lift 10‑15 pounds continuously and lift up to 50 pounds occasionally; stand for long hours; use hands and wrists continuously in a controlled movement.
Receive and follow instructions and use vision to identify defects.
Perform repetitious tasks in a fast‑paced atmosphere with or without reasonable accommodation.
Excellent communication skills, including good verbal and written comprehension, are required.
Ability to perform basic math calculations is essential.

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