Bindery Operator I - 1st shift

4 Over llc • Arlington, TX

7d • $17 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The Stitcher Operator is responsible for the setup, adjustment, and safe operation of 6 pocket Muller Martini-Presto saddle stitchers to produce quality finished products such as magazines, catalogs and pamphlets that meet customer specifications and quality standards. 4over is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace welcoming to people of all backgrounds. Providing employees with job training and opportunities for growth, development, and advancement. They take pride in fostering a safe environment for all employees in their climate-controlled plants.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency; or six-months to one-year related experience in a manufacturing environment and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Three (3) year’s experience with Muller Martini-Presto saddle stitchers
• Strong problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected challenges, such as machine malfunctions, material shortages, or errors in print quality.
• Ability to adapt to new printing technologies or changes in production schedules, ensuring smooth operations despite changes.
• Ability to manage multiple print jobs simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met without sacrificing quality.
• Organizing workflows, preparing materials in advance, and optimizing print runs for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Precision in monitoring print jobs to ensure all details, such as color accuracy, image sharpness, and print placement, meet the required standards.
• Detecting small defects or inconsistencies during production and taking corrective action immediately.
• Ability to read and understand corporate policies, job-related documents, and written/verbal instructions in English to ensure effective and compliant job performance.
• Strong foundational math skills, with the ability to perform basic operations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Highly detail-oriented, organized, and efficient in managing time, with a proven ability to meet deadlines and complete tasks accurately.

Responsibilities

• Access the batching system to view batch lists and identify priority jobs to be completed
• Review job tickets and plan work processes to meet customer specifications for custom jobs
• Ensure machines are ready and set specifications to run products as required
• Quality control of completed jobs, providing updates on job status and schedule to the supervisor
• Make adjustments as needed to maintain specifications and timely flow of materials
• Monitor assigned machine during run to ensure machines are maintaining the proper requirements
• Unload machine and stack materials on pallets
• Ensure jobs are meeting quality and quantity requirements
• Troubleshoot machine problems, resolve if possible, notifying Floor Supervisor
• Maintain proper machine maintenance and lubrication
• Remove waste items for recycling
• Complete and process all required paperwork, records, documents, etc.
• Regularly perform general housekeeping duties in your work area(s)
• Adhere to all safety policies and protocols and maintain a safe working environment
• Assist in cultivating an interdependent safety culture by reporting workplace hazards, related injuries, illnesses and or/near misses to management immediately
• Attend all department/company meetings
• Wear all assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D Insurance, Disability, and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for Health Care and Dependent Care
• 4over pays 100% of the employee’s premium for his/her Basic Life/AD&D Insurance in the amount of 1x the employee's annual salary, up to $500,000
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Accumulating PTO to be used after 90-days of continuous and active full-time service
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary employer match
• Immediate Vesting

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED