Bindery Machine Operator

The PA Hutchison Company

Mayfield, PA 18433

Job details

Salary:

$20- $25 an hour

Job Type:

Full-time

Qualifications

• Bindery expeirence (Required)

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

   

Job Description:

Who We Are

The P.A. Hutchison Company is proud of its history and has received industry acknowledgement through being an Inc. 5000 Honoree and Printing Impressions Top 200 Rankings. We are consistently ranked in the Top 50 GPO Suppliers. Most recently, we were ranked #14 in Book Business' Top 20 Book Manufacturers. We moved up 5 spots in just one year! We are always adding new equipment which allows us to grow our own employees as well as add new members to our team.

The next 100 years will be a continuation of our growth and we're looking for people who want to grow with us on the journey.

Job Summary:

We are looking for Bindery Machine Operators who will work in the set up and operation of various bindery equipment. They are responsible for maintaining all aspects of the equipment's performance and productivity as well as the quality of the finished products.

Equipment:

• Kolbus ZU832 24-pocket binder with 153P trimmer and automated packaging
• Muller Corona perfect binder with trimmer
• Mueller Martini 30-pocket Normbinder with Kolbus HD 3 knife trimmer
• Mueller Martini Bravo-T saddlestitcher with 6 pockets plus cover feeder
• Mueller Martini Amigo binder with Stahl VBF 3 knife trimmer
• Heidelberg ST300 saddlestitcher with 10 pockets plus a cover feeder
• 2 folders including buckle folders, 26 & 30"
• Mueller Martini collating/sidestitch binding line
• 3 Auto-Spacer Cutters
• Spine trimmer and shrinkwrap line for looseleaf products
• 3 Kugler high-speed punches
• Shrinkwrap systems
• Wire-O, plasticoil, plastic comb, GBC binding
• Tab cutting and Mylar reinforcing equipment
• Film laminating Steinmann
• Colibri UV Coater

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Review the schedule board for the next job assigned to the machine
• Acquire the job folder and reviewing it for specifications or special instructions that may impact the operation or setting up of the equipment
• Report unusual conditions or circumstances to the supervisor or the person in charge
• Set up assigned machines to job specifications as required and assume full responsibility for the equipment
• Follow routine procedures in the setting-up and in the operation of the equipment
• Record job information on load tags and time sheets
• Inspect products continuously to reduce waste, deciding to accept or reject the products
• Maintain quality and production records in a prescribed manner to provide useful information on the given job
• Adjust machine during production run as required for adherence to all quality and customer requirements
• Perform specified cleaning and maintenance on the equipment to ensure it runs at optimal performance
• May operate two or more machines simultaneously
• Delegate work assigned to crew with solid leadership skills
• Assisting in the training of lesser skilled workers
• Ensure the entire crew is adhering to plant safety rules
• Maintain good housekeeping in your work area
• Meet productivity goals
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• 3 years of previous bindery operator experience
• Excellent work attendance and punctuality
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide all units of measure
• Strong mechanical skills
• Basic electronic and computer keyboard knowledge
• Ability to visually identify product defects
• Quality-conscious and production-oriented
• Good at problem solving and making decisions
• Motivated to do the best job possible
• Ability to work without supervision
• Attention to detail with the ability to read and interpret documents
• Able to stand, bend, and twist up to 8 hours/day
• Able to repetitiously lift up to 40 pounds

Must be 18 or older with a high school diploma or equivalent | We are an Equal Opportunity | Affirmative Action Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) Match
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid / Floating Holidays
• Attendance incentive - earn an EXTRA $150 a paycheck!
• Referral Bonus
• Signing Bonus for qualified Operators
• Relocation assistance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift, Monday - Friday
• 7:00am - 3:00pm
• 11:00pm - 7:00am (10% shift differential)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
• Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
• Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
• Innovative -- prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity

This Job Is:

• A job for which military experienced candidates are encouraged to apply

Work Remotely:

• No