DIGITAL FINISHING OPERATOR

About the role

At The YGS Group, the finishing process transforms printed materials into completed products ready for our customers. Quality, accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail are crucial at every step.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor finishing equipment such as Duplo, cutters, Bourg binders, folders, and others.
• Plan finishing operations in the appropriate sequence and group similar jobs to maximize efficiency.
• Review job tickets to determine quantities, specifications, samples, and special binding or finishing instructions.
• Perform cutting, folding, perforating, stitching, binding, envelope insertion, and other finishing operations.
• Load equipment with materials and make necessary adjustments based on paper size and job specifications.
• Verify paper, print quality, and finished products meet job specifications.
• Maintain quality by monitoring equipment throughout production runs and responding to faults, errors, or equipment alerts.
• Pull and inspect samples throughout production runs to maintain quality and identify necessary adjustments.
• Complete required quality control documentation.
• Troubleshoot finishing and equipment issues and make routine adjustments, as necessary.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and coordinate service when needed.
• Sort and prepare completed jobs for mailing or shipping.
• Prepare inventory items associated with production orders and maintain accurate inventory counts.
• Maintain accurate production records and job logs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Support additional production needs and projects assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience operating digital finishing, bindery, printing, or other production equipment.
• Experience with Duplo equipment, cutters, Bourg binders, folders, or similar finishing equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to learn and operate production equipment.
• Knowledge of machine operation, setup, adjustment, and basic maintenance.
• Ability to read and understand job tickets, production specifications, and written instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Able to perform basic math accurately.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Able to organize and prioritize multiple jobs in a production environment.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Able to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors.
• Able to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Able to take ownership of your work and follow jobs through completion.
• Able to maintain a strong focus on safety, quality, and customer expectations.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree related technical education, or completion of a related apprenticeship program.
• Experience performing routine equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Experience working in a commercial print or manufacturing environment.

Skills

• Hands-on experience with digital finishing equipment.
• Attention to detail and quality control.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Organizational and prioritization skills.
• Effective communication and time management.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.

Benefits

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Pay

Details TBD.

Schedule

Second shift, 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM.