Saddle Stitch Operator

Job Duties

• Operate the machine effectively and safely according to standards to ensure a quality product.
• Perform and document preventative and routine maintenance as needed or assigned.
• Make ready the stacker, tiers, mail head, and mail control.
• Make ready and run all aspects of the saddle stitcher (pockets, gatherer, stitcher heads, in feed, trimmer, mail table, and mail head, etc.).
• Make-ready and run demographic and inkjet.
• Fill in for other master operators when needed.
• Assist other master operators with start-ups as much as possible when their line is down.
• Support material handlers during continuous self-supported running (including mail-sacking, skid stacking, pocket filling, cover filling, etc.) and give work direction during downtime and clean-up.
• Read and understand binding instructions, mailing instructions, and support the BCS system.
• Ensure proper functioning of safety devices (i.e, guards, stop buttons)
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Perform additional tasks as needed or assigned.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skill in mechanics/mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read and interpret binding/mailing instructions and operating/maintenance manuals.
• Knowledge of department safety practices.
• Good understanding of all Bindery functions/procedures.
• Good understanding of the co-palletization process, demographics, and selective binding processes.
• Good understanding of primary causes and remedies for various quality problems.
• Ability to recognize, identify, analyze, and communicate problem situations and/or factors.
• Basic computer skills, including a good understanding of the BCS System.
• Willingness to move to other machines.
• Willingness to work overtime on unscheduled days.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to work easily and productively with others and with minimal supervision.
• You will work a compressed 3 and 4-day work week geared toward balancing work and family life (12-hour shift (either 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. or 7 p.m. - 7 a.m.) including weekends, and holidays).

Pay

The wage range for a Saddle Stitch Operator is between $19.25 - $24.25 / hr. depending on experience.

Schedule

You will work a compressed 3 and 4-day work week geared toward balancing work and family life (12-hour shift (either 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. or 7 p.m. - 7 a.m.) including weekends, and holidays).

Benefits

Quad recognizes that wellness is more than physical health. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits that empower employees to build healthy, balanced lives at work and at home. From physical and mental health, to financial, family, and community wellness, we provide benefits and programs that help support employees’ overall well-being.