Digital Stitcher Operator I - 1st shift 4x10

Duties and Responsibilities

• Sets up equipment at the beginning of each job according to the specifications provided on the job ticket Responsible for the inspection of equipment as well as potential safety concerns Maintain equipment, troubleshoot problems, and perform preventative maintenance on equipment as needed Monitor quality, output, and overall productivity Make adjustments during operation as required to return output to the proper specifications Detects and reports defective materials or questionable conditions such as imperfect bindings, ink spots, torn, loose and uneven pages to the department manager Communicates status of jobs to department manager Train and monitor PHI recycling Maintain workflow from start to end of machine Set the counter stacker with assistance Prepare the three-knife trimmer with assistance Set-up the Cover Feeder with assistance Operate a productivity level of 70% minimum or better Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications & Requirements High School graduate, or completion of GED required preferred. Two years experience in a printing or Bindery environment preferred. (operating either Horizon, IBIS or Mueller Stitchers is a plus) This position requires an individual who is technically and mechanically oriented Must be able to read and interpret documents such as operation and maintenance instructions Must adhere to all Safety and OSHA standards Perform all work and activities with honesty and integrity Take personal responsibility for productivity, quality, and timeliness of work Effectively communicate (and listen) clearly, professionally, politely, and persuasively in all situations; respond well and in a reasonable, timely manner Challenge conventional practices and use creativity and information to lead, innovate, problem solve, and implement ideas to contribute to the growth of the organization Support and meet company/department goals and core values Collaborate with co-workers to achieve common goals Working Conditions Must be able to perform the essential job duties. Work may be performed in an office, warehouse and/or manufacturing environment. Requires the ability to perform the following activities for the majority of the day: stand for extended periods of time, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or climb. In addition, requires the ability to lift and/or push up to 50 pounds. May be exposed to noise and be required to wear hearing protection for the duration of the shift.