Bindery Operator

Bindery Operator

***Direct Hire Opportunity***

Hours: 2nd shift, 3pm - 11:30pm (with half hour unpaid break)
Location: South Plainfield, NJ
Pay: $28/hr, some OT may be required

Duties and Responsibilities: Set up, operate, and maintain a Polar paper cutter and MBO Folder.
Accurately and efficiently set up all cutting programs for each job according to supplied specifications with a proficiency in polar cutter programming.
Experience in all types of layouts / gangs / crossovers, signature layouts etc.
Ensure completed jobs are packed or stacked properly in correct quantities / order if further finishing is in order.
Pre-set guide, fold plates, rollers and any slitting knives, perforations or scores required on a MBO Folder.
Make adjustments during production run as required in adherence to all quality requirements.
May be required to set up / operate / assist on 2 machines simultaneously.
Knowledge of hot glue system for fugitive / permanent glue is a plus.
Perform all required preventative machine maintenance.

Qualifications: Good communication and writing skills are essential.
Must be able to interact with co-workers in a professional manner.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Polar cutter operator / MBO folder operator is required.
Jet Press Envelope Printer experience a plus.
Have good attention to detail and excellent math skills.

Physical Requirements: Continuous periods of standing while running equipment 8-12 hour shifts.
Continuous lifting of stacks of paper 25-50lbs.
Continuous movement, bending, twisting etc.. while operating equipment.

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