Bindery Operator 2

Lakeside Book Company; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety First Program

Food Trucks

Employee Events

Holiday Parties

Employee Recognition Program

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Lakeside Book Company in Hagerstown, MD is seeking a reliable Sheeter Operator / Material Handler to join our production team. You will convert large rolls of paper into precision-cut sheets and manage machine setups for high-speed printing operations.

Responsibilities include material movement with forklifts, routine maintenance, quality checks, and collaboration with floor staff to meet daily goals. Prior forklift experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Equipment Experience: 6 months to 1 year of experience operating a stand-up forklift or electric pallet jack.
• Technical Competencies: Strong mechanical aptitude, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to accurately read a standard ruler.
• Core Skills: Ability to read and execute written job instructions and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: Setup and operate industrial paper sheeting machinery in strict accordance with SOPs.
• Material Logistics: Safely move, stage, and deliver paper stock throughout the plant using forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and manual equipment.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct regular, meticulous quality checks on cut paper to ensure precise sizing, clean edges, and zero defects.
• Equipment Maintenance: Perform basic preventative maintenance and minor troubleshooting to keep the sheeter running efficiently.
• Team & Floor Support: Work with sheeting department personnel and floor staff to meet daily production goals.

Skills

Forklift operation

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Reading rulers

Math calculations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you a detail-oriented machine operator who enjoys active, hands-on work? We are seeking a reliable Sheeter Operator / Material Handler to join our production team.

In this role, you will be responsible for converting large rolls of paper into precision-cut sheeted paper for our pressroom. You will manage machine setups, perform routine maintenance, and transport heavy materials to ensure our high-speed printing operations never face downtime

Pay: $23-$30.25

Shift: Monday - Thursday 7pm - 7am

Location: 18249 Phoenix Dr., Hagerstown, MD 21742

Culture & Engagement:Safety First Standard, Food Trucks, Employee Events, Holiday Parties, Employee Recognition Program, Advancement Opportunities!

Job Responsibilities:

• Machine Operation: Setup and operate industrial paper sheeting machinery in strict accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Material Logistics: Safely move, stage, and deliver paper stock throughout the plant using forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and manual equipment.

• Quality Assurance: Conduct regular, meticulous quality checks on cut paper to ensure precise sizing, clean edges, and zero product defects.

• Equipment Maintenance: Perform basic preventative maintenance (PMs) and minor troubleshooting to keep the sheeter running at peak efficiency.

• Team & Floor Support: Work collaboratively with sheeting department personnel and floor staff to meet daily production goals.

What You Bring

• Equipment Experience: 6 months to 1 year of experience operating a stand-up forklift or electric pallet jack is required.

• Technical Competencies: Strong mechanical aptitude, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to accurately read a standard ruler.
• Core Skills: Ability to read and execute written job instructions and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Ability to stand and walk continuously for a 12-hour shift.

• Strength & Material Handling: Comfort lifting 45-60 lbs regularly, and the physical capability to push/pull up to 1,100 lbs using a manual pallet jack.

• Environment: Adaptable to working in varying plant conditions, with potential exposure to controlled, non-toxic chemical vapors or mists typical of a print manufacturing environment.