Folder Cutter and Stitcher Operators Experienced

RR Donnelley; Macedonia (OH); On-site; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

RR Donnelley in Macedonia, Ohio is seeking experienced Bindery Operators for both 1st and 2nd shifts. This role involves setup, operation, and adjustment of various binding machines, ensuring quality and productivity.

Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience with bindery equipment and be familiar with various paper conditions. The compensation is competitive, ranging from $20 to $28 per hour, with a comprehensive benefits package available.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience operating Bindery equipment.
• Familiarity with different paper weights, sizes, and conditions.
• Ability to use standard and specialized tools to maintain bindery machines.
• Skill in making adjustments to powered machines with handtools.
• Knowledge of bindery equipment setup and operation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust and operate bindery machines for production.
• Inspect equipment for safety issues and make necessary adjustments.
• Direct crew through all aspects of production and monitor quality.
• Train and support new and existing team members.

Skills

Bindery equipment operation

Knowledge of paper conditions

Ability to make adjustments using handtools

Reading and interpreting work instructions

Knowledge of bindery operating procedures

Setup and adjustment of bindery machinery

Job description

Job Description

Our workload at our Macedonia Commercial Print facility is growing! We are seeking to add experienced Bindery Operators for our 1st shift (6am-2pm, M-F) and 2nd Shift (11am-9pm, M-Th). 2nd shift includes paid shift differential.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust and operate a variety of auxiliary binding machines containing several cutting heads, control surfaces or other attachments such as inkjet and mailing devices, case making & decorating equipment, folders, cutters, collators, stitchers, drills, binding/gluing machines.
• May set up automatic bindery machines containing multiple functions and station capabilities (power paper cutters, power collators and gatherers, power folders, power speed binder) which can be electromechanically combined with other equipment and devices to produce a complete bindery and finishing unit that processes printed sheets into final books or other completed products.
• Inspect equipment for safety issues.
• Make needed adjustments to coordinate the multiple work stations on a single machine.
• Direct crew through all aspects of production.
• Monitor quality, output and productivity.
• Job requires the ability to exert up to 20 to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 - 25 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
• Responsible for training and supporting new and existing team members.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience operating Bindery equipment.
• Familiarity with different paper weights, sizes, kinds and colors so as to be able to identify paper conditions (i.e., excessive moisture or curling that frequently requires additional machine adjustment).
• Ability to use the full range of standard and specialized tools and devices to adjust and maintain the functional accuracy and operating conditions of the bindery machines.
• Skill in making adjustments to powered machines using handtools (i.e., wrenches, screwdrivers, punches, knives) as well as more specialized hand tools, usually furnished by the machine manufacturer.
• Ability to read and interpret written work which indicates the number and sequence of machine operations required to complete the work and maintain dimensional accuracy in accordance with instructions provided.
• Knowledge of operating procedures for bindery equipment such as folders, cutters, collators, stitchers, drills, or binding/gluing machines.
• Working knowledge of the setup, adjustment, procedures, capabilities and limitations of equipment to perform the full range of standard and specialized folding, collating, and cutting of printed materials to complete a finished product.

Additional Information

The rate of pay for this role at the noted RRD location is between $20 - $28/hour. Typically, roles follow step progressions to a target rate or set increments over time. Depending on the role, in addition to the hourly rate of pay, the total compensation package may also include overtime, shift differential, call‑in, and/or standby pay. RRD’s benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus parental leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance and employer/partner discounts.

All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre‑employment background and drug screen.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

Compensation

$20-$20