Equipment Operator

Bloomington, IL - Taylor Print & Visual Impressions Inc. Full time

R29924

Start a new career with us! Benefits Start Day 1! 1,000 New Hire Incentive! Taylor is proud to now offer "DailyPay". With "DailyPay", you can get paid on your very first day. No more waiting for direct deposit or a paper check! Taylor Corporation is a growing, dynamic company with big plans for the future ― and our people. Family owned and proud of it, we power our employees' potential and strive to create opportunity and security for every member of the team. We're passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we're in this for the long haul. Ready to build a career? It's time to look at Taylor. Your Opportunity: Taylor Print & Visual Impressions , a Taylor Corporation company, is looking for an Equipment Operator to run Kluge equipment at our Bloomington, IL facility. Your Shift: 1st Shift, Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm Your Responsibilities: Set up and operate folder-gluer equipment according to job specifications and production requirements. Read and interpret job tickets, planning sheets, layouts, and samples to ensure proper setup. Set up feeders, folding sections, glue systems, compression sections, and other machine components as required. Run jobs efficiently while maintaining production speed, accuracy, and quality standards. Monitor glue application, folding, alignment, scoring, and finished product throughout the run. Inspect finished products to ensure they meet job specifications and quality requirements. Make necessary machine adjustments to maintain consistent product quality. Complete all required work according to production schedules and customer deadlines. Follow established safety, quality, and operating procedures. Report defective materials, machine issues, or quality concerns to the Supervisor or Lead. Maintain a clean and organized work area and perform routine machine cleaning and basic maintenance. Work as part of the bindery team and assist with other production needs as directed. You Must Have: Basic bindery knowledge and skills to operate bindery equipment Ability to read and interpret simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos and follow directions Ability to perform basic math calculations Requirements within this position: Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information and ideas so others will understand Regularly required to remain in a stationary position Constantly operates machinery and handles products including print materials Frequently required to move inside the facility Regularly move up to 25+ pounds (lift, push, pull and/or carry) We Would Also Prefer: High mechanical aptitude Previous experience operating equipment The anticipated hourly range for this position is $19 - 21. The actual base offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The range listed is just one component of Taylor Corporation's total compensation and benefits package for employees. About Taylor Corporation One of the largest print and communications firms in North America, Taylor's family of companies provides a diverse set of products, services and technologies that address the toughest business challenges. We work diligently each day to create printed and digital marketing communication solutions that help power many of the world's most recognizable brands. With more than 50 years of category expertise and 10,000 employees spanning dozens of U.S. states and multiple countries, Taylor serves businesses and distributors both large and small. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including a choice of several health plans, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and 64 hours of annual holiday pay. The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. Taylor Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran _or disability status. _ Taylor Corporation including all partners and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Taylor Corporation is a dynamic, diversified company with big plans for the future - and your career. Join more than a company - become part of a family. Imagine a company whose core purpose is to create opportunity and security for its employees. That's us, that's Taylor. If you're ready for something bigger - more challenge, more variety, more pathways for professional growth - we should talk. We're passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we're looking for people like you. Taylor Corporation