Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

RRD; Monroe (WI); On-site; USD 27,758 - 30,858; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Paternity leave

Adoption assistance

Job summary

A global printing and marketing firm in Monroe, WI is seeking a Bindery Operator 1 for the 2nd shift. This role involves setting up and operating various bindery machines to produce finished printed materials. The ideal candidate should possess familiarity with different paper types, basic math skills, and experience using specialized tools. The position offers competitive pay starting at $20.15 per hour, with a shift differential and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with paper conditions affecting machine performance.
• Ability to understand dimensional requirements.
• Skill in using hand tools for machine adjustments.
• Knowledge of bindery equipment operation and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate auxiliary binding machines.
• Inspect equipment for safety issues.
• Direct crew through production process.
• Monitor quality and productivity.

Skills

Familiarity with different paper weights and sizes

Basic mathematics skills

Ability to use standard and specialized tools

Skill in making adjustments to powered machines

Ability to read and interpret written work

Knowledge of bindery equipment operating procedures

Working knowledge of equipment setup and capabilities

Job description

Bindery Operator 1 – Monroe, WI – 2nd Shift

RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the customer journey. The company offers the industry’s most trusted portfolio of creative execution and worldwide business process consulting, with services designed to lower environmental impact. With 22,000 clients, including 93% of the Fortune 100, and 32,000 employees across 28 countries, RRD brings the expertise, execution, and scale designed to transform customer touchpoints into meaningful moments of impact.

Position: 2nd shift (approx. 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm) at Monroe, WI. Base pay is $20.15 per hour with a $2.00 shift differential.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate a variety of auxiliary binding machines containing several cutting heads, control surfaces, and other attachments (e.g. 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) to produce a complete bindery and finishing unit that processes printed sheets into final books, catalogs, manuals, directories, magazines or other completed products.


• Inspect equipment for safety issues.


• May operate automatic adhesive binding machines (perfect binders) that contain numerous interrelated process stations (vibrating, milling, roughening, gluing, covering, delivering or stacking completed books, magazines or catalogs).


• Make needed adjustments to coordinate multiple work stations on a single machine.


• Direct crew through all aspects of production.


• Monitor quality, output, and productivity.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with different paper weights, sizes, kinds, and colors to identify paper conditions (e.g. excessive moisture or curling that frequently requires additional machine adjustment).


• Basic mathematics skills (decimals, metric units) to understand dimensional requirements and make adjustments.


• Ability to use a full range of standard and specialized tools and devices to adjust and maintain bindery machines.


• Skill in making adjustments to powered machines using hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, punches, knives) as well as specialized hand tools supplied by the manufacturer.


• Ability to read and interpret written work that indicates the number and sequence of machine operations required to complete the work and maintain dimensional accuracy.


• Knowledge of operating procedures for bindery equipment such as folders, cutters, collators, stitchers, drills, binding/gluing machines.


• Working knowledge of equipment setup, adjustment, procedures, capabilities, and limitations to perform the full range of folding, collating, and cutting of printed materials.

Additional Information

Position Hours: 2nd shift (approx. 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm). Qualified candidates must be able to work afternoon and evening hours. There is a $2.00 per hour premium shift differential.

The pay range for this role at this location is $20.15 to $22.40 per hour. The actual rate of pay offered may vary depending on education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift, and location. In addition to base salary, depending on the role, overtime, shift differential, call‑in, and stand‑by pay may also be offered. RRD offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid time off; disability insurance; 401(k) with match; life insurance; and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance, paternity leave, adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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.