1st Shift Equipment Operator

Taylor Communications•Bloomington, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Taylor Print & Visual Impressions, a Taylor company, is looking for an Equipment Operator (Cutter/Folder/Stitcher Operator) to join their team in Duluth, GA. In this role, the operator will perform a variety of bindery and finishing tasks including equipment setup, operation, and product finishing to ensure production runs efficiently and products meet quality standards. Taylor Corporation is one of the largest print and communications firms in North America, providing a diverse set of products, services, and technologies. With over 50 years of category expertise and 10,000 employees, Taylor serves businesses and distributors globally, focusing on creating printed and digital marketing communication solutions.

Requirements

Ability to read and interpret simple instructions, correspondence, and memos
Ability to perform basic math calculations
Ability to use basic handheld tools such as rubber straps, plastic bags, packaging materials, cardboard boxes, and tape dispensers used in production and packaging
Ability to maintain consistent quality while meeting production pace and throughput expectations
Ability to perform basic equipment setup and adjustments
Ability to recognize production or quality issues and notify a lead or supervisor
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information and ideas so others will understand
Regularly required to remain in a stationary position
Frequently required to move throughout the production facility
Constantly operates machinery and handles printed materials
Regularly moves materials including lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying items up to 25 pounds or more

Nice To Haves

High mechanical aptitude
Previous experience operating folding equipment

Responsibilities

Set up and operate bindery equipment such as cutters, folders, and stitchers according to job specifications
Monitor machine performance and make adjustments as needed
Inspect finished products for defects and ensure they meet quality standards
Report quality concerns to supervisors or maintenance personnel
Load and unload materials onto and from equipment
Store materials properly according to company guidelines
Follow safety procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment
Report safety hazards or incidents to supervisors
Maintain accurate production, quality, and maintenance records
Read job tickets to ensure equipment is set up correctly and all required work is completed
Finish products according to job ticket instructions
Interpret information from bindery paperwork, planning sheets, layouts, dylux, and job tickets
Complete tasks according to production schedules to ensure timely delivery of products
Follow established process and quality guidelines while performing job duties
Examine and adjust finished products to ensure quality standards are met
Report defective materials or questionable quality issues to the department Supervisor or Lead