MBO Folder Operator

Engage Print; Northfield (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Engage Print in Northfield, MN, a long-standing commercial printer, seeks a bindery operator focused on folding. The role involves running an MBO folder, operating a Mark IV saddle stitcher, and managing hand bindery tasks to produce brochures, booklets, flyers, and direct mail.

You will also handle shipping/receiving, inventory, and maintain high quality standards. The position offers full-time hours with compensation of $22.00 to $25.00 per hour, plus benefits including 401(k), 401(k)

Qualifications

• Aptitude for working with complex machines.
• Experience in a printing environment preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate Mark IV saddle stitcher, MBO folder, Polar Cutter, and other hand bindery equipment.
• Operate machines that cut and trim printed materials along prescribed lines.
• Read instructions to determine how a job should be run.
• Repair or replace broken machinery parts.
• Deliver jobs to customers.
• Receive stock and maintain inventory.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping standards by placing trash in the proper receptacles and keeping work areas clear of clutter.

Skills

Machine aptitude

Printing experience

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Tools

MBO folder

Mark IV saddle stitcher

Polar Cutter

Hand bindery equipment

Shipping/receiving

Job description

Engage Print, a commercial printing company located just south of the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area, is looking for a motivated individual to join our team. We offer a wide range of services, including offset, digital and large format printing. With over 50 years in the business, our team takes pride in providing exceptional service, quality products and excellent value to our customers.

Position Summary

Engage/NCG, Inc., a commercial printer in Northfield, MN, is seeking a bindery operator with a primary focus on folding. In addition to folding on an MBO Continuous feed folder, the bindery operator is responsible for operating and maintaining A Mark IV Saddle Stitcher and various hand bindery equipment as well as shipping and receiving responsibilities. The operator will produce a variety of customer projects, including brochures, booklets, flyers, direct mail and more. The operator must have excellent attention to detail, as he or she is expected to maintain high quality-control standards on behalf of our customers. When not operating bindery equipment, the operator may be asked to assist in other areas. Experience in a print environment is required, and training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines such as a Mark IV saddle stitcher, MBO folder, Polar Cutter, and other hand bindery equipment
• Operate machines that cut and trim printed materials along prescribed lines
• Read instructions to determine how a job should be run
• Repair or replace broken machinery parts
• Deliver jobs to customers
• Receive stock and maintain inventory
• Maintain safety and housekeeping standards by placing trash in the proper receptacles and keeping work areas clear of clutter

Requirements

• Aptitude for working with complex machines
• Experience in a printing environment preferred
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Qualified Candidates Will

• Be able to follow established processes and meet quality control expectations
• Focus on continuous improvement, looking for ways to refine processes and develop new ones
• Approach each project with a can-do spirit, seeking to add value for our customers
• Take pride in their work and ownership of each project
• Work efficiently and with urgency to meet deadlines, while maintaining the highest standard of quality control
• Be eager to learn new skills and adapt to changing scenarios
• Be a self-starter, able to apply existing skills to new challenges and to identify and address potential problems
• Conduct themselves in a professional manner and treat their colleagues with respect
• Be willing to help out in other areas when needed

Job Type

Full-time

$22.00 – $25.00 per hour and up commensurate with experience

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off