Foil Embossing - Bindery Operator 2 Bobst Machine Front Half Days

Lakeside Book Company•Hagerstown, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Phoenix Color® is a premier full-service, full-color printer with over 40 years of superior print experience. Drawing on a broad spectrum of materials and decorative technologies, Phoenix Color® produces memorable, value-added components, heavily-illustrated books and specialty commercial products. Phoenix Color® has been servicing the publishing industry within the United States since 1979 and has formed lasting relationships with some of the biggest names in book publishing. As a domestic manufacturer, we offer extensive, in-house digital pre-press capabilities and our technologically advanced UV printing platform supports an array of printing and finishing options. Our innovative special effects include foil stamping, UV embellishments and laminations, as well as our trademarked products LithoFoil®, MetalTone™, Look of Leather™ and VibraColor™. Phoenix Color’s® progressive innovation and commitment to quality will give your product the optimum eye-catching edge required in today’s competitive marketplace.

Requirements

Must be able to occasionally lift 65lbs, stand/walk for 12 hours, and push/pull 1100lbs with use of a manual pallet jack
Must be able to work in varying conditions, specifically with hot machinery
May be exposed to liquid chemicals and vapors
Ability to read and understand written instructions
High levels of attention to detail
Ability to work as a team
Mechanically inclined
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Technical training with printing concentration preferred

Nice To Haves

2+ years’ experience with machine operator or mechanical work preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct regular quality checks on the folded and glued products to ensure they meet customer specifications and company standards.
Follow proper work flow procedures to accurately create designed customer foil or emboss imprint
Keep work area clean and tidy and regularly check quality of work being output
Make adjustments as needed to make ready to meet sign off quality control
Review shipping requirements and adhere to standards
Manage new and used inventory and perform PMs on machinery
Adhere to and promote all safety policies and procedures
All other duties as assigned