Machine Set- Up Operator

Data-Mail, Inc.•Windsor, CT

1d•$18 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Data-Mail is a family-owned company established in 1971 in Newington, CT, specializing in personalization and direct mail services. As one of the largest employers in the Hartford, CT metropolitan region with over 800 employees across two facilities and multiple shifts, we support major companies and advertising agencies nationwide. This role is responsible for the setup, mechanical troubleshooting, and operation of bindery or inserting machines. It also includes training to become a backup mechanic. This is a preliminary position to becoming a mechanic.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Thorough understanding of bindery equipment setup, mechanical troubleshooting and operation.
Ability to apply written instructions to machine operation and product quality.
Good math skills.
Reliability through attendance, punctuality and attention to work station.
Demonstrates positive safety attitude.

Nice To Haves

Train to be a backup mechanic when needed.

Responsibilities

Perform setup on own machine in a timely manner. Clean machine prior to setup and inspect the machine as a preventive maintenance measure.
Review and interpret recap instructions; order materials by turning on yellow light (inserting); complete production and QC records, as required.
Operate and perform mechanical troubleshooting on own machine and make corrections to ensure dimensions and quality of piece; monitor production.
Perform all separate setup operations (mount rolls, adjust web guides, thread paper, setup folder, etc.) for Bindery.
Complete entire setups for different types of work (1up, 2up, Interstack, Wrap and Single Plow) for Bindery.
Hand gather folded work from conveyor and load labels into A-frames or trays, as required for Bindery.
Make minor adjustments as needed for Bindery.
Perform all separate setup operations (friction and rotary feeders, strap adjustments, envelopes, camera, etc.) for Inserting.
Complete entire setups for different types of work (#9/#10, 6x9, card affix, etc.) for Inserting.
Hand gather completed mail from conveyor and load mail into trays with proper tray tags, as required for Inserting.
Make minor adjustments as needed for Inserting.
Keep immediate work area neat and orderly with minimal damages to mail pieces.
Be available to assist other operators in the area if required.
Comply with company rules and regulations and bindery procedures.
Maintain confidentiality of company-sensitive data.
Implement a commitment to quality philosophy and recommend methods and procedures to reduce cost and/or improve operating efficiency of the department.
Keep manager/supervisor informed of activities and situations that will impact the achievement of corporate or department goals and objectives.
Perform other related duties as required to achieve the goals and objectives of the department and company.