BINDERY OPERATOR

Job Description

Job Description

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Bindery Operator

Department: Bindery

Job Status: Regular Full-time

FLSA Status: Non Exempt

Reports To: Bindery Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

The primary purpose of the Bindery Operator is to set-up and run jobs to specifications on job tickets; maintain productivity, quality and efficiency of production runs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions:

• Pull job ticket and photocopy; read and understand prior to set-up and running of job.
• Set-up and run jobs to job ticket specification; obtain quality approval from manager, supervisor or quality control person.
• Run machine at acceptable production rate, strive for continuous improvement and decrease spoilage.
• Pull all samples from press sample pallets and ensure they are used and distributed according to job ticket specification.
• Communicate machine performance and job status with the next shift operator. Leave a note for the operator if there is a time lapse between shifts.
• Complete Shift Report and leave for manager prior to end of shift.
• Train general workers, trainees and temporary employees to properly and safely perform their job duties.
• Assist temporary employees with time cards.
• Maintain machines on a daily basis; minimally on a weekly basis.
• Report necessary repairs to manager; include a written list of part number(s) from manuals for parts needed.
• Track materials and standard replacement parts to ensure appropriate inventory level; report shortages in writing to manager.
• Ensure all safety devices are in working order and in use when machine is running. Report any necessary repairs to manager.
• Ensure post-press employees and temporary employees follow all safety rules. Report violations to manager.
• Maintain a clean work environment; leave area clean for next shift

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Experience: Five years of general bindery experience; two years of Bindery Trainee experience

• Level I Bindery Operator- Ability to set up and operate machinery with assistance
• Level II Bindery Operator- Ability to set up and operate machinery independently
• Level III Bindery Operator- Ability to set up, run, and perform maintenance and repairs on machinery

Certificates & Licenses: Must be able to obtain industrial power truck certification

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demands Select from list below for each

Lift/Carry

Stand

C

Walk

C

Sit

N

Handling / Fingering

C

Reach Outward

C

Reach Above Shoulder

O

Climb

O

Crawl

N

Squat or Kneel

O

Bend

C

10 lbs or less

C

11-20 lbs

F

21-50 lbs

O

51-100 lbs

N

Over 100 lbs

N

Push/Pull

12 lbs or less

C

13-25 lbs

C

26-40 lbs

C

41-100 lbs

O

N (Not Applicable)

Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally)

Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently)

Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly)

Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Physical Requirements:

• Hearing protection is required
• Close toed shoes are required
• Long hair tied back is required

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is frequently performed at a fast pace

• Noise levels are high