Saddle Stitch Operator

CJK Group•Stevens Point, WI

About The Position

Set up, operate, and tend a saddle stitch machine in the finishing area to support efficient production of quality book components. The operator reviews work orders, job instructions, and quality specifications; selects and adjusts machine settings; prepares and loads materials; verifies setups; monitors equipment; inspects materials and equipment for defects or errors; and performs general machine maintenance. The role also provides work direction to hand operators, trains machine operators, and reports trainee progress to supervisors. The operator is expected to model Sheridan’s core values and perform other duties as assigned. Work takes place in a manufacturing environment with regular exposure to dust, dirt, noise, and machinery-related physical hazards, as well as some exposure to fumes, oils, lubricants, and chemicals. Physical demands include moving around the production area, standing on hard surfaces for extended periods, frequent use of hands and fingers, repeated bending, twisting, rotating, and reaching, and moving product weighing up to 75 pounds. Specific requirements may vary and will be reviewed during the interview process.

Requirements

Mechanical and math skills.
Ability to perform repetitive tasks for an extended period.
Knowledge of arithmetic and of the structure and content of the English language, including word meanings, spelling, and composition rules.
Ability to work independently with little or no direction and follow up to complete assignments.
Practical and technical knowledge of the job, including work instructions, processes, equipment, and materials.
Ability to complete work and required paperwork thoroughly, accurately, and neatly while following established processes and procedures.
Ability to demonstrate initiative and creativity, teamwork and cooperation, and compliance with company and environmental, health, and safety policies, procedures, and work rules.
Ability to meet deadlines and work overtime and other shifts.
Prompt and reliable attendance.
Ability to move around the production area; remain stationary for prolonged periods on concrete or other hard surfaces; constantly use hands and fingers to handle, grip, and manipulate product; bend, twist, rotate, and reach; and move product weighing up to 75 pounds.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of machine setup and operation experience.
Knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs, and techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and tend the saddle stitch machine in finishing.
Review work orders, job instructions, and quality specifications to determine machine settings and adjustments.
Start machines to verify setups and make necessary adjustments.
Prepare and load materials.
Monitor machine operations, detect malfunctions, and report and resolve issues.
Inspect equipment, structures, and materials to identify causes of errors, problems, or defects.
Provide work direction to hand operators assigned to the machine.
Perform general machine maintenance.
Train operators on the machine and provide supervisors with feedback on trainee progress.
Serve as a positive role model by living Sheridan’s core values.
Perform other duties as assigned.