Equipment Operator (Folder Operator)

Taylor Corporation; Lake Mary (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor Corporation is seeking an Equipment Operator to manage stitching and folding tasks in production. This role involves setting up and operating equipment, ensuring quality control, and maintaining safety standards. Join a family-owned company that values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Health plans

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Basic bindery knowledge and skills to operate bindery equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up stitching equipment for production tasks.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on machines.

Skills

Basic bindery knowledge

Ability to read instructions

Mathematical calculations

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand-held tools

Job description

Come Work with Us!

Taylor is proud to now offer "DailyPay". With "DailyPay", you can get paid on your very first day. No more waiting for direct deposit or a paper check!

Taylor Corporation is a growing, dynamic company with big plans for the future - and our people. Family owned and proud of it, we power our employees' potential and strive to create opportunity and security for every member of the team. We're passionate about our work, believe there is always a better way, and we're in this for the long haul.

Ready to build a career? It's time to look at Taylor.

Your Opportunity:

Taylor Print Impressions, a division of Taylor Corporation, is seeking an Equipment Operator (Folder Operator) responsible for performing all stitching and folding tasks involved in the production of our products. This includes setup, operation, and tear down of stitching and folding equipment.

Your Shift:

• 1st Shift; Monday - Friday, 6am - 2:30pm

Your Responsibilities:

• Set up stitching equipment to collate and stitch signatures into books and brochures
• Set up folding equipment to automatically fold, slit, and/or score printed sheets into signatures for binding
• Read job ticket to ensure equipment is set up according to specifications and all required work is performed on each job
• Stitch, fold, or otherwise finish the product according to job ticket instructions
• Adjust equipment during production run, as required
• Read and interpret information from the bindery paperwork; planning sheets, layouts, dylux, and job ticket
• Complete tasks as directed by production schedules to ensure timely delivery of products to customers
• Utilize instructions and pre-established process and quality guidelines to perform the job functions
• Examine finished products for quality assurance
• Report defective materials or questionable quality issues to the Supervisor or Lead
• Operate other bindery equipment, if necessary, to maintain flexibility of the department
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
• Perform preventative maintenance on machines to reduce problems and maintain quality
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment following safety rules and regulations

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED) or work-related experience
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Basic bindery knowledge and skills to operate bindery equipment
• Ability to read and interpret instructions, follow directions, perform basic mathematical calculations
• Use basic hand-held tools necessary for production and packaging

Preferred Qualifications:

• High mechanical aptitude
• Previous experience operating saddle stitcher

About Taylor Corporation

One of the largest graphics communications firms in North America, Taylor's family of companies provides diverse products, services, and technologies. With nearly 50 years of experience, over 10,000 employees across 26 states and 7 countries, we create innovative solutions to meet our customers' needs. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health plans, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, 401(k), paid time off, and holiday pay.

The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Taylor Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.