Bindery Operator

Midstates Group; Sioux Falls, Northern (SD, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401k Retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Midstates Group is seeking a Bindery Operator to support daily production on bindery equipment and other related tooling. You will be responsible for safety, quality control, and timely completion of tasks while contributing to a team-oriented environment focused on customer service.

The role requires operating bindery machinery, participating in training, and maintaining equipment through preventive maintenance. A positive attitude and adaptability to OT as needed are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Printing/Finishing experience a plus, but not necessary.
• On-the-job training provided.

Responsibilities

• Complete job tasks.
• Operate all bindery machines to complete tasks.
• Assist in training and development of other team members.
• Work in a team environment with machine operators and supervisors.
• Perform preventive maintenance.
• Safely operate forklift and follow safety regulations.
• Adhere to and enforce all safety regulations.
• Follow department policies and SOPs.
• Perform other duties to achieve company goals.

Skills

Printing/Finishing knowledge

Machine operation

Leadership skills

Communication skills

OT flexibility

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Bindery equipment

Forklift operation

Finishing equipment

Job description

Description

Summary

This position functions as the Bindery Operator. Responsible for their safety and well-being while completing the daily work schedule, ensuring quality control, minor troubleshooting of machines, training, and performing production related activities on all bindery equipment and other equipment as deemed necessary/appropriate by supervisor. In addition to establishing and improving production standards, the role includes working with others in the company to provide the highest level of customer service.

Benefits offered included Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability, AFLAC, 401k Retirement plan, PTO and 6 paid Holidays

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete job tasks
• An understanding and ability to use all bindery machines (and others as assigned by supervisor) to complete job tasks.
• Assist in the training and development of other team members and ongoing self learning.
• Work in a team environment with other machine operators and supervisors regarding staffing needs.
• Perform preventive maintenance.
• Safely operate fork lift adhering to all safety regulations
• Adhere to and enforce all safety regulations.
• Follow department operational policies and standard operating procedures.
• Perform all other duties assigned and those that may be necessary to achieve company and departmental goals.

Requirements

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactory. The requirements listed below are a representation of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Working knowledge of printing, finishing, mailing, and related processes.
• Excellent working knowledge of the job specific equipment.
• Leadership skills.
• Must be flexible and very accommodating towards the changing work schedule and able to work OT as needed.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and follow-through skills.
• Must be able to work well with diverse groups or individuals.
• Must be able to carry out multi-task projects simultaneously.
• Basic computer operation skills.
• Must be able to understand and clearly communicate the company’s vision.
• Regular and consistent attendance.

Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma or GED preferred, but not required. Printing/Finishing experience a plus, but not necessary. On-the-job training provided.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply basic math concepts (add, subtract, multiply, and divide).

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Physical and Working Conditions

The job is performed in a manufacturing facility with exposure to large equipment, noise, and materials related to the printing process. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to bend, stoop or kneel.
• Ability to use hands and arms to type, reach, handle or feel.
• Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None