Bindery Folder Operator - 1st Shift

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate MBO folding machines and flatbed cutters; including set up and adjustments for feeder, folding, cutting, and delivery.
• Configure folder for special processes (e.g., perforating, scoring, slitting/trimming) and for various folding configurations (e.g., parallel, gate, accordion).
• Read and interpret job tickets, layouts, and specifications to ensure accurate folding and cutting.
• Verify accuracy of folds, final sizes, and crossovers on signatures; ensure no marking.
• Perform other bindery operations such as cutting, punching, shrink-wrapping, stitching, padding, and round cornering.
• Demonstrate a 95% success rate in troubleshooting folder machine issues and correcting process-related issues.
• Monitor production runs for quality, consistency, and efficiency; ensuring consistent product inspection.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on folder and cutter machines and document it in the maintenance binder.
• Complete all required documentation and data entry to support accurate machine records and inventory tracking.
• Load paper onto folder equipment and prepare basic start up functions.
• Follow proper safety procedures for operating bindery equipment.
• Adhere to company Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP’s).
• Absorb and perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED, and a minimum of three years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of two years of experience operating MBO or similar folding equipment in a commercial print or packaging environment.
• Experience operating a flatbed cutter preferred.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical maintenance.
• Must be able to read and interpret rulers, scales, and other measurement devices.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, fractions, and volume.
• Must be able to stand regularly and walk frequently.
• Must be able to use hands and fingers in continuous and repetitive motions.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with or without mechanical assistance.