Sheeting Operator (B/C Shift)

Mercury Print Productions; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full-time benefits package

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Mercury Print Productions is seeking an experienced Sheeting Operator to join our Rochester team. This full-time role operates bindery equipment and handles sheeted book block transitions, reporting to the Digital Print Manager.

Qualifications include a minimum of 2 years of machine operator experience (print/bindery preferred) and a High School diploma or GED. The role requires reliable transportation and offers competitive pay with a nightly B/C shift differential of $0.75 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ machine operator experience, preferably in print/bindery.
• Experience with Electric Pallet Jack is preferred.
• Ability to follow written instructions and tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Operates bindery equipment (EMT, Lasermax) without supervision.
• Maintain logs, troubleshoot issues, perform basic maintenance.
• Enter production data and ensure accuracy of job tickets.
• Ensure quality control to reduce production errors.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow safety protocols.
• Communicate issues to management and assist with scheduling concerns.

Skills

Machine operation

Math skills

Computer skills

Ability to read job tickets

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Mercury Print Productions is looking for an experienced Sheeting Operator to join our team!

Position Details

• Job Title: Sheeting Operator


• Location: Rochester Tech Park, 2332 Innovation Way, Bldg 4, Rochester, NY 14624 **Must have reliable transportation**


• Schedule: Full-time, B/C Shift: Monday-Thursday 6:00 PM - 4:30 AM


• Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour. Plus, receive an additional $0.75 per hour shift differential for B/C Shift. Final compensation is based on experience.


• Job Summary: The Sheeting Operator performs intermediate level manual and machine tasks to transition paper rolls to sheeted book blocks. Performs general functions related to bindery operations in the production of quality work for our clients.


• Manager/Supervisory Role: No


• Reports To: Digital Print Manager


• Duties/Expectations: While duties may vary from day to day, below is a list of general duties you can expect in this role.
  
  
  
  • Operates bindery machine equipment (without supervision) including EMT and Lasermax
  
  
  • Maintain equipment logbook, troubleshoot equipment problems, and assist with machine maintenance
  
  
  • Accurately applies job ticket information, enters production data records and meets production standards
  
  
  • Notifies management of impending problems, supply needs, or other production / scheduling concerns
  
  
  • Cleans up and keeps work area neat and orderly
  
  
  • Reduce the risk of high-cost occurrences / production errors through quality control
  
  
  • Continuously work to develop skills and knowledge and complete all training required by the company
  
  
  • Be a team player, communicate clearly and respectfully and maintain a positive attitude
  
  
  • Be dependable, reliable, and consistently perform high quality work meeting company production standards
  
  
  • Create a safe and hazard free work environment; follow safety protocols and report any risks
  
  
  • Perform other duties as needed/assigned
  
  
  • Adhere to all company policies and procedures
  
  
  
  

What we are looking for:

• Position Qualifications:
  
  
  
  • Work Experience: A minimum of 2 years’ machine operator experience is required, with print industry and/or Bindery experience preferred. Electric Pallet Jack experience is preferred.
  
  
  • Knowledge/Skills: Machine operation, computer skills and high-level math skills are required. The ability to apply written instructions, including but not limited to dimensions and quantity, to machine operation is required. Knowledge of bindery and/or sheeting operations is preferred.
  
  
  • Education: High school diploma or GED is required.
  
  
  • Must be of legal working age and eligible to work in the U.S.
  
  
  
  


• Work Environment/Physical Requirements:
  
  
  
  • Works indoors in a temperature-controlled manufacturing facility and may be exposed to loud sounds, hazardous chemicals, and equipment on the production floor. Must have the ability to bend, lift and carry up to 60 lbs.; stand/walk on hard surfaces for extended periods; complete repetitive tasks; operate computers and machines (dexterity, bend, stretch, reach, climb, crouch, etc.); and communicate effectively. *Reasonable accommodations may be available upon request.
  
  
  
  

Working for Mercury:

• What we are about: Mercury is a local family owned business that has been operating in Rochester since 1968. In an age where companies tend to see employees as only numbers, we reject that trend and see our team as part of the family. We are a tech forward printing company company focused on using innovation and excellent customer service to provide a quality product to our clients. We pride ourselves on providing a workplace with state of the art equipment and technology, and our environment is highly focused on teamwork, efficiency, quality and safety.
  
  
  
  • Want to learn more? Check out our website https://mercuryprint.com and social media.
  
  
  
  


• What we offer: We are constantly evaluating what our employees need from us and adjusting to meet these needs.
  
  
  
  • Competitive Pay: We offer competitive pay for the industry based on experience/skills PLUS with our annual evaluations, employees have the opportunity to potential rate increases based on individual performance/attendance AND company performance.
  
  
  • Full-Time Benefits Package: We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability insurances, time off starting at 80 hours that grows with your years of service, paid holidays, retirement savings with our 401(k) plan, and an Employee Assistance Program.
  
  
  • Longevity & Growth: We value every team member and have employees celebrating decades of anniversaries. It isn't unusual for our people to work their way up from production floor to leadership.
  
  
  • Fun Atmosphere: We want our employees to enjoy coming to work each day and coordinate employee appreciation events to allow for everyone to come together, plus recognition opportunities with appraisals, employee of the month and service awards!
  
  
  
  

Mercury is an EEO employer and uses e-verify to confirm employment eligibility. All applicant notices are available on our career page at: https://mercuryprint.com/working-at-mercury/