Bindery Operator

Job Summary: The Bindery Operator will run and maintain Kolbus machines that bind printed pages to produce books,

Duties/Responsibilities:

Operates machinery to cut, fold, glue, trim, bind, and finish the final printed product.
Reads work orders and sets the machine in accordance with job specifications.
Completes trial run and evaluates the quality and appearance of the product.
Adjusts machinery as needed prior to starting the project.
Ensures that company’s safety regulations and procedures are followed.
Ensures that binding machines are in proper working order.
Sends completed orders to shipping department.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Excellent mechanical skills and ability to troubleshoot problems with machinery.
Ability to work with stamping, trimming, pressing, and binding machines.
Excellent communication, general math skills and ability use to ruler accurately.
Ability to read work orders and follow instructions.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Education and Experience:

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of standing during machine operation and working in a loud environment.
Must be physically able to operate and repair machine, which may involve bending, squatting, and crawling.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

Hours: Mon-Fri 7am-3pm or Mon-Thur 5am-3pm (flexible)

Location: Dekker Bookbinding, 2941 Clydon Ave. SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49519

Send resumes to: Wendy Harris, Human Resources, 2941 Clydon Ave. SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49519 (Fax: 616.538.0720)