Bindery Operator - 1ST Shift

Streamworks, LLC•Blaine, MN

8h•$21 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

As a Bindery Operator at Streamworks, you will finish printed and laser-printed materials by cutting, folding, gluing, and stitching. You will set up, operate, and maintain assigned equipment and follow established processes for its operation. The role includes working with helpers, temporary employees, and other operators, and keeping incoming-shift workers informed about job and equipment status.

Requirements

Ability to set up, troubleshoot, and operate lettershop equipment, such as bindery, inserters, inkjets, postage equipment, labelling equipment, and camera technologies.
Basic knowledge of computer programs.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions with attention to detail.
Near vision sufficient to read small, fine light print quickly at changing distances.
Ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust equipment controls to exact positions.
Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
Ability to recognize when something is wrong or likely to go wrong.
Ability to quickly stop equipment when needed, such as during a jam or when material is stuck.
Ability to lift and transport 25–50 pounds during the shift.
Ability to visually inspect work for defects and distinguish colors.
Ability to walk, stand, stoop, and bend for 80% of the shift; the role also involves climbing, reaching, carrying, pushing, pulling, twisting, turning, and crouching.
Ability to sort and prepare mail while following USPS rules and guidelines.
Ability to communicate verbally in English and read and comprehend written and verbal instructions in English.
Excellent written, verbal, and listening communication skills.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED is preferred.
Previous experience setting up and operating lettershop equipment is desired.

Responsibilities

Read and understand job tickets and customer instructions.
Complete sign-off procedures promptly and accurately, including the sign-off and Continuity pull process.
Enter job, inventory, and time data accurately and promptly into electronic data collection systems.
Use equipment computers to program and set up equipment.
Communicate using Microsoft Outlook, including opening and attaching documents.
Set up, operate, and maintain assigned equipment; follow established operating processes.
Perform Helper duties, including setting up stations, trays, and bagging requirements.
Understand job requirements and communicate that knowledge to helpers, temporary employees, and other operators.
Inform the Supervisor or Lead Operator when supplies or parts are needed.
Communicate job and equipment status and special instructions to incoming shift workers through the Crossover Log Book.
Complete shift-to-shift Crossover Log Books, Hour-By-Hour log sheets, and Postage Usage sheets accurately and on time.
Finish printed and laser-printed materials by cutting, folding, gluing, and stitching.