Bindery Operator 1

• Set up adjust and operate a variety of auxiliary binding machines containing several cutting heads control surfaces or other attachments (i.e. inkjet and mailing devices case making & decorating equipment folders cutters collators stitchers drills binding/gluing machines
• May set up automatic bindery machines containing multiple functions and station capabilities (power paper cutters power collators and gatherers power folders power speed binder) which can be electromechanically combined with other equipment and devices to produce a complete bindery and finishing unit that processes printed sheets into final books catalogs manuals directories magazines or other completed products
• Inspect equipment for safety issues
• May operate automatic adhesive binding machines (perfect binders) that contain numerous interrelated process stations that are fed collated sheets or signatures and perform such functions as vibrating milling roughening gluing covering and delivering or stacking completed books magazines or catalogs
• Make needed adjustments to coordinate the multiple work stations on a single machine
• Direct crew though all aspects of production
• Monitor quality output and productivity

Qualifications :

• Familiarity with different paper weights sizes kinds and colors so as to be able to identify paper conditions (i.e. excessive moisture or curling that frequently requires additional machine adjustment)
• Familiarity with basic mathematics (i.e. decimals metric units) to understand dimensional requirements contained in job orders and to make more complicated adjustments
• Ability to use the full range of standard and specialized tools and devices to adjust and maintain the functional accuracy and operating conditions of the bindery machines
• Skill in making adjustments to powered machines using handtools (i.e. wrenches screwdrivers punches knives) as well as more specialized hand tools usually furnished by the machine manufacturer
• Ability to read and interpret written work which indicates the number and sequence of machine operations required to complete the work and maintain dimensional accuracy in accordance with instructions provided
• Knowledge of operating procedures for bindery equipment such as folders cutters collators stitchers drills binding/gluing machines
• Working knowledge of the set up adjustment procedures capabilities and limitations of equipment to perform the full range of standard and specialized folding collating and cutting of printed materials to complete a finished product

Additional Information :

The salary range for this role at the noted RRD location is $15.30 - $21.70/ hour. Starting pay decisions are determined based on multiple factors including but not limited to relevant education qualifications skills experience certifications proficiency performance shift location and other business needs. Typically roles follow step progressions to a target rate or set increments over time. Depending on the role in addition to the hourly rate of pay the total compensation package may also include shift differential call-in and/or stand-by pay. RRDs benefit offerings include medical dental and vision coverage paid time off disability insurance 401(k) with company match life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages plus parental leave adoption assistance tuition assistance and employer/partner discounts.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time