Printing Folding Machine Operator - Back Half Days

Phoenix Color® is a premier full-service, full-color printer with over 40 years of superior print experience. Drawing on a broad spectrum of materials and decorative technologies, Phoenix Color® produces memorable, value-added components, heavily-illustrated books and specialty commercial products.

Phoenix Color® has been servicing the publishing industry within the United States since 1979 and has formed lasting relationships with some of the biggest names in book publishing.

As a domestic manufacturer, we offer extensive, in-house digital pre-press capabilities and our technologically advanced UV printing platform supports an array of printing and finishing options. Our innovative special effects include foil stamping, UV embellishments and laminations, as well as our trademarked products LithoFoil®, MetalTone™, Look of Leather™ and VibraColor™.

Phoenix Color's® progressive innovation and commitment to quality will give your product the optimum eye-catching edge required in today's competitive marketplace.

Phoenix Color, a company of Lakeside Book

Starting Pay Rage: $22.55 - 23.63/hr (+$1.00/hr Night Shift Differential)

Pay Grade Range: $22.55 - 28.78/hr (+$1.00/hr Night Shift Differential)

• Based on experience.
• Potential performance based pay increases at 3 months, 6 months, and during merit review.

Why You'll Love Working Here!:

Comprehensive Benefits : Medical (family coverage included!), Dental, Vision, 401k, and EAP.

Paid Time Off : Two weeks of paid vacation.

Extra Perks :

• $100 safety shoe reimbursement after 60 days
• Company-provided tools & Phoenix Color T-shirts
• On-the-job training + OSHA forklift certification (as needed)
• Dayforce Wallet > Pay ahead of pay day

Culture & Fun : Family Fun Day, food trucks, parades, employee events, and more!

Career Growth : Opportunities to transfer and advance after six months.

Hours: 7:00am - 7:00pm

Schedule: Thursday - Saturday and every other Wednesday

Location: 18249 Phoenix Dr. Hagerstown, MD 21742

As a Folding / Bindery Operator 2, you will:

• Interprets written instructions to operate Stahl folding machine; loading paper; and making ready the machine while following all safety and quality control standards.
• Completes make ready's and sets up folding machine for each run
• Maintains a neat and organized work environment
• Adheres to and promotes all safety policies and procedures
• All other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for 10-12-hour shift, bend and reach for extended periods of time, and lift 30+ lbs
• Able to work in varying conditions
• May be exposed to controlled non-toxic chemical mists or vapors

Qualifications:

• Two years' bindery experience preferred
• Ability to read and understand written instructions, read a ruler, and perform basic math
• High levels of attention to detail
• Mechanically inclined to fix minor machinery issues
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

What we offer:

• Clean and safe work environment
• Work-life balance
• Growth and promotion opportunities
• Great culture and co-workers

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Phoenix Color provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.