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Bindery Operator 3 (Stitcher, Folder, Cutter)
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Sets up, adjusts and operates auxiliary bindery machines such as perfect binders, folders, cutters, collators and stitchers, directs the production crew, and monitors quality and output for printed materials.
About this role
RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the industry’s most trusted portfolio of creative execution and world-wide business process consulting, with services designed to lower environmental impact. With 22,000 clients, including 93% of the Fortune 100, and 32,000 employees across 28 countries, RRD brings the expertise, execution, and scale designed to transform customer touchpoints into meaningful moments of impact.
Responsibilities:
- Set up, adjust and operate a variety of auxiliary binding machines
- 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
- Set up, adjust and operate a variety of finishing equipment (i.e. folders, cutters, collators, stitchers, drills, binding/gluing machines)
- 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
- Must have a High School Diploma/GED and 2 or more years of experience
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time, repetitive hand motion required and able to lift / push up to 50lbs
- Thorough knowledge of the set up, adjustment, procedures, capabilities and limitations of equipment to perform the full range of standard and specialized binding, folding, collating, and cutting of printed materials to complete a finished product
- Comprehensive knowledge of machinability of 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)
- 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 difficult adjustments to powered machines using hand tools (i.e. wrenches, screwdrivers, punches, knives) as well as more specialized hand tools, usually furnished by the machine manufacturer
- Skill in operating complicated bindery equipment such as folders, cutters, collators, stitchers, drills, binding/gluing machines
- 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
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Nights (7:00PM to 3:30AM)
The salary range for this role at the noted RRD location is $23.27 - $32.45 / 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 overtime, shift differential, call-in, and/or stand-by pay. RRD’s 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.
RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans
At RRD, we value innovation, authenticity, and integrity. To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools during interviews to ensure an authentic and secure experience. We appreciate your cooperation as we work to maintain a transparent and equitable hiring process.
All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen.
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