Trimmer Operator

Command Companies; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

Command Robbinsville is seeking a Trimmer Operator to run industrial trimming equipment, measure and inspect books, and ensure products meet quality standards. You will review tickets, maintain production records, and uphold OSHA safety guidelines in a fast-paced bindery setting.

The role requires reliability, good time management, and clear communication with supervisors and peers. Weekend shifts may be required, with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits offered by the employer.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Trimmer Operator is preferred.
• Experience operating Muller Martini Merit, Zenith, and/or Orbit trimmers is strongly preferred.
• Previous experience in a printing, bindery, book manufacturing, or finishing environment is preferred.
• Safety and quality minded.
• Should be able to work with minimal supervision and be an individual contributor.
• Must be reliable and consistently at work and on time.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Must have positive and effective communication with other team members.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor industrial trimming equipment to ensure books are produced according to specifications and quality standards.
• Measure books and inspect finished products for quality issues, proper dimensions, and accurate trimming.
• Review job tickets, production specifications, and instructions before and during production.
• Keep accurate production records and ensure products meet established quality standards.
• Maintain safety and OSHA standards as well as a clean and professional work area.
• Communicate effectively with Supervision, Tech Support, Maintenance, and other associates.
• Set up and make basic adjustments to trimming equipment as needed.
• Monitor equipment for proper operation and report mechanical issues, jams, or other concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Check label and carton quality.
• Minimize material waste while maintaining required quality standards.

Skills

Safety minded

Reliability

Time management

Communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Muller Martini Merit

Zenith trimming equipment

Orbit trimming equipment

Job description

Title: Trimmer Operator

Job Category: Operations & Production

Requisition Number: TRIMM001047

Job Type: Full-Time

Robbinsville, NJ, 08691, United States

Description

A qualified Trimmer Operator will be able to perform the following tasks:

• Operate and monitor industrial trimming equipment to ensure books are produced according to specifications and quality standards.
• Measure books and inspect finished products for quality issues, proper dimensions, and accurate trimming.
• Review job tickets, production specifications, and instructions before and during production.
• Keep accurate production records and ensure products meet established quality standards.
• Maintain safety and OSHA standards as well as a clean and professional work area.
• Communicate effectively with Supervision, Tech Support, Maintenance, and other associates.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining quality and productivity.
• Capacity to understand printing jobs, work orders, and production instructions.
• Set up and make basic adjustments to trimming equipment as needed.
• Monitor equipment for proper operation and report mechanical issues, jams, or other concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Check label and carton quality.
• Minimize material waste while maintaining required quality standards.

Requirements

The Trimmer Operator should meet the following requirements:

• Qualified candidates will be able to work 8, 10, or 12 hours and work weekends as needed.
• Previous experience as a Trimmer Operator is preferred.
• Experience operating Muller Martini Merit, Zenith, and/or Orbit trimmers is strongly preferred.
• Previous experience in a printing, bindery, book manufacturing, or finishing environment is preferred.
• Experience with comparable industrial trimming or bindery equipment will also be considered.
• Safety and quality minded.
• Should be able to work with minimal supervision and be an individual contributor.
• Must be reliable and consistently at work and on time.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Must have positive and effective communication with other team members.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive movements.
• Ability to lift and move production materials as required.

Command Robbinsville is proud to offer competitive pay and great benefits!

• Medical, dental, vision coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Paid time off
• Company-paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee recognition programs
• And more!

By joining the Command Robbinsville team, you will become part of one of the most exciting teams in the manufacturing industry. If you are looking for a great career that provides job satisfaction and professional advancement with a company that values YOU, join our team today!

As an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, Command Companies and its affiliates do not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, color citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender (except where gender is a bonafide occupational qualification), sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation or any other factor protected by federal, state or local law.

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