Saddle Stitcher Operator

Mittera; Beaver Dam (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Employee Assistance Program

Educational Assistance

Parental Leave

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

A leading-edge printing company in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, is seeking a Saddle Stitcher Operator for 2nd shift. This role involves operating saddle stitcher machines, ensuring quality and safety, and leading the finishing team. Candidates must have a high school diploma and 1-2 years of bindery experience, with preference for those skilled in operating specific saddle stitchers. The company offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and 401K with a company match.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of previous bindery experience required.
• Experience operating various bindery machines is a bonus.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Operate saddle stitcher machines effectively and safely.
• Assist in training of finishing personnel.
• Perform preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.

Skills

Bindery experience

Operating saddle stitcher machines

Leadership and training skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Saddle stitcher (Mueller Martini, Heidelberg, Osako)

Various bindery machines (cutter, folder, etc.)

Job description

Job Summary

Are you looking for your next career move? We are currently looking for a Saddle Stitcher Operator to join the Mittera team on 2nd shift! The Saddle Stitcher Operator is responsible for operating saddle stitcher machines and will play an essential role in the company. This position is a leadership role and will assist in directing the work activities of the finishing team members to ensure productivity, quality and safety goals are met.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate machine effectively and safely according to standards to ensure a quality product
• Read and understand job tickets and other specifications before beginning assigned jobs
• Make-ready and run all aspects of the saddle stitcher (pockets, stitcher heads, in feed, trimmer, mail table and mail head, etc.)
• Fill in for other operators when needed
• Responsible for promoting, enforcing and sustaining Safety and look for ways to improve the operation
• Responsible for the ongoing training and development of other Finishing personnel and assisting Supervisors in documenting and improving procedures and processes by offering ideas and suggestions
• Continue learning new and improved processes to achieve increased production
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on all assigned equipment
• Fill out maintenance requests as needed
• Ensure compliance with all applicable OSHA and EPA federal and state rules, regulations, policies and guidelines and company safety rules

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• 1–2 years' previous bindery experience
• Previous experience operating a Mueller Martini, Heidelberg, Osako saddle stitcher preferred
• Experience on various bindery machines, such as a binder, cutter, folder, stitcher, and poly wrapper is a bonus

Physical Requirements

• Requires use of proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling, and bending
• Ability to lift 25 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Requires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity, and coordination
• Requires near visual acuity
• Requires working around and operating departmental equipment

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
• 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 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.