Bindery Operator

Lahlouh•Blue Ash, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Lahlouh’s business model is built on solving end to end supply chain problems not simply processing transactional print orders. Lahlouh is a partner that focuses on developing collaborative, comprehensive solutions that endeavor to meet all the communication needs of our clients’ dynamic and evolving marketplaces. Lahlouh's mission is to provide the highest quality, most cost-effective business communications solutions available. Core capabilities include: • Sheet-fed offset print • Fulfillment / Distribution logistics • Dynamic digital print • Packaging Design • Mailing • Marketing promotions • Full service bindery and assembly • Promotions • Online Solutions Position: Bindery Operator Reports to: 2nd Shift Production Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Department: Bindery Location/Shift: Blue Ash, Ohio / 2nd Shift Essential Function: The Bindery Operator Position must be an expert operating at least 3 core bindery machines. The 6 core machines- Stitcher, Cutter, Folder, Folder/Gluer, Die Cutter or Collator. Must produce high quality printing jobs, to meet customer and company expectations, in a cost-effective manner while meeting strict deadlines.

Requirements

Minimum 3 to 5 years experience operating 3 core machines in a print environment.
Excellent eye for detail
Highly motivated with a positive attitude and ability to work in a team environment
Ability to multi-task
Ability to follow written and oral instructions
Have a minimum knowledge of computers (knowledge of PSI is a plus)
Ability to sit, stand, and/or walk for prolonged periods of time
Ability to push/pull loaded pallet jacks and/or rolling carts
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and 75 pounds on occasio
High school graduate/GED

Nice To Haves

knowledge of PSI

Responsibilities

Follow team leader instructions for Bindery processes
Communicate effectively with manufacturing personnel
Keep accurate and complete daily records for data collection
Meet company and departmental standards, including: Customer Requirements, Compliance, Safety, Quality, etc.
Follow Lahlouh ISO Quality Procedures and Work Instructions, and complete forms and checklists as necessary
Follow Lahlouh policies outlined in the company handbook
Work overtime and weekends, and in other departments as business needs dictate
Perform other duties as required
Attend department and company meetings
Assist in training new and temporary employees
Keep jobs and production floor clean and organized
Communicate any job specifics issues or other pertinent information regarding jobs to the next shift, if necessary
Operating knowledge of stitching machines, including troubleshooting
Ability to set up various book sizes, including 3, 5 and 6 pockets plus cover feeder and 4th and 5th knives.
Perform daily, monthly, and quarterly maintenance on stitching equipment
Operating knowledge of cutting machines, including troubleshooting
Ability to cut a variety of jobs, including business cards
Ability to assist with special projects, including step books and crossovers
Perform daily, monthly, and quarterly maintenance on cutting machines
Operating knowledge of folder machines, including troubleshooting
Ability to fold in many different configurations
Ability to fold paper from 27# text to 120# cover
Perform daily, monthly, and quarterly maintenance on folding machines
Operating knowledge of fold/glue machines, including troubleshooting
Ability to fold in many different configurations using a hot melt glue unit
Ability to fold paper from 65# cover to 120# cover
Perform daily, monthly, and quarterly maintenance on fold/glue machines
Operating knowledge of die cutting machines, including troubleshooting
Ability to set up and run Bobst Speria 106E for die cutting
Perform daily, monthly, and quarterly maintenance on die cutting machine
Operating knowledge of Muller collators, including troubleshooting
Ability to set up various book sizes - minimum 6.5" x 4.25" & maximum 12.625" x 17"
Caliper stock from 27# pharmaceutical stock up to 24 point board
Make ready and run up to 24 pockets at once.
Perform daily, monthly, and quarterly maintenance on collating equipment