FOLDER OPERATOR 2ND AND 3RD SHIFTS

Mittera Creative + Tech; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Sur place; USD 21 000 - 32 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Volunteer Time Off

Paid Veteran Time Off

Life and AD&D Policies

Short and Long-Term Disability

Educational Assistance

Parental Leave

Advancement Opportunities

Résumé du poste

Mittera is seeking a Folder Operator in Philadelphia to run folding equipment and produce a range of folds meeting speed and quality standards. You will review job specs, set up machines, and monitor performance on each run.

Responsibilities include operating two or more machines when needed, logging counts, and maintaining an organized work area. Strong reading, math and communication skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions and job tickets.
• Knowledge of the mechanical setup of folders.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.
• Strong analytical and computer skills.
• Ability to direct fellow crew members through the job; strong communication skills (bilingual a plus).

Responsabilités

• Review job specifications to determine page sequence, fold type, page size, and packing requirements before starting.
• Communicate job details with team members and helpers to ensure the job runs correctly.
• Set up and run standard folds on standard paper stock.
• Run complex folds, including PI folds and folds on difficult stock.
• Preset side guides, fold plates, fold rollers, and any slitting, scoring, or perforating blades required.
• Jog and load paper onto the feeder.
• Adjust the machine during the run to maintain all quality and customer requirements.
• Log folded signatures or brochures for the next operation or for shipment, as needed.
• Operate two or more machines simultaneously, as needed.
• Record accurate counts of completed material in the data collection system and logbooks.
• Keep pace with the job ticket’s established speed while maintaining quality standards.
• Raise any questions to the Manager or Supervisor on duty before starting a job.
• Tag every skid and job accurately so material reaches the correct destination.
• Capture all job-related costs in the data collection system.
• Compare output against blueprints or a previous printed sample on reprints.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment according to schedule.
• Maintain an organized work area during and at the end of each shift.

Connaissances

Reading job tickets

Math calculations

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Bilingual a plus

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Outils

Folder equipment knowledge

Description du poste

Description

The Folder Operator sets up and runs folding equipment to produce a range of folds—from standard folds on standard stock to complex folds on difficult stock—meeting established speeds, quality standards, and quantity requirements.

• Review job specifications to determine page sequence, fold type, page size, and packing requirements before starting.
• Communicate job details with team members and helpers to ensure the job runs correctly.
• Set up and run standard folds on standard paper stock.
• Run complex folds, including PI folds and folds on difficult stock.
• Preset side guides, fold plates, fold rollers, and any slitting, scoring, or perforating blades required.
• Jog and load paper onto the feeder.
• Adjust the machine during the run to maintain all quality and customer requirements.
• Log folded signatures or brochures for the next operation or for shipment, as needed.
• Operate two or more machines simultaneously, as needed.
• Record accurate counts of completed material in the data collection system and logbooks.
• Keep pace with the job ticket’s established speed while maintaining quality standards.
• Raise any questions to the Manager or Supervisor on duty before starting a job.
• Tag every skid and job accurately so material reaches the correct destination.
• Capture all job-related costs in the data collection system.
• Compare output against blueprints or a previous printed sample on reprints.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment according to schedule.
• Maintain an organized work area during and at the end of each shift.

Job Type

Full-time

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Review job specifications to determine page sequence, fold type, page size, and packing requirements before starting.
• Communicate job details with team members and helpers to ensure the job runs correctly.
• Set up and run standard folds on standard paper stock.
• Run complex folds, including PI folds and folds on difficult stock.
• Preset side guides, fold plates, fold rollers, and any slitting, scoring, or perforating blades required.
• Jog and load paper onto the feeder.
• Adjust the machine during the run to maintain all quality and customer requirements.
• Log folded signatures or brochures for the next operation or for shipment, as needed.
• Operate two or more machines simultaneously, as needed.
• Record accurate counts of completed material in the data collection system and logbooks.
• Keep pace with the job ticket’s established speed while maintaining quality standards.
• Raise any questions to the Manager or Supervisor on duty before starting a job.
• Tag every skid and job accurately so material reaches the correct destination.
• Capture all job-related costs in the data collection system.
• Compare output against blueprints or a previous printed sample on reprints.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment according to schedule.
• Maintain an organized work area during and at the end of each shift.

Requirements

Required Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions and job tickets.
• Knowledge of the mechanical setup of folders.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.
• Strong analytical and computer skills.
• Ability to direct fellow crew members through the job; strong communication skills (bilingual a plus).

Physcial Requirements

• Requires use of proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling and bending
• Pushing/pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs
• Requires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity and coordination
• Requires near visual acuity
• Requires working around and operating departmental equipment
• Must be able to access and navigate each department in the facility
• Requires the ability to function in a professional manner under stressful circumstances

Benefits

Mittera is a leading-edge company that provides commercial and digital printing, finishing, graphic design, data analytics, direct mail processing, and fulfillment services. Mittera's full-service approach connects data-driven revelations, bar-raising creative, and expertly printed materials to give our customers' brand recognition it deserves. Competitive compensation and robust benefits plans are offered. Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life and AD&D Policies
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• 401K with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Paid Veteran Time Off
• Legal Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance
• Parental Leave
• Advancement Opportunities

Mittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.