Job Description
3-Knife Operator
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Company:?
Sheridan Grand Rapids
Department:?
Bindery
Reports To:?
Production Supervisor
Date Approved:?
8/24/2024
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Job Summary: ?
The objective of the 3-Knife Operator is to safely set up, change over and trim the three sides on all books running through the binder. The 3-Knife Operator works closely with the Binder Operator.
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Duties/Responsibilities:
- Read and understand work order verifying correct bind type, bulk, trim size, margins and run lengths.
- Learn to interpret the information on the work order and its contents.
- Follow daily running order provided by Scheduling Team.
- Communicate with Supervisor and Scheduling Team as needed.
- Set up machine and perform quality cutting that meets expectations.
- Maintain high throughput by performing quick and efficient make-readies and job changeovers.
- Inspect for quality defects ensuring quality standards are achieved.
- Maintain accurate data collections.
- Understand substrates, bulk, sig size, trim size, and specified margins.
- Oversee all segments of 3-Knife operation.
- Provide training to Bindery Assistants in machine operation and safety; ensure Bindery Assistants performs duties as necessary.
- Be sure all waste is disposed of properly.
- Perform preventative maintenance, general cleaning and upkeep of machine and auxiliary equipment.
- Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs to machine and auxiliary equipment.
- Assist maintenance personnel with machine repair.
- Exercise initiative, ask questions and look for ways of improving productivity.
- Keep area safe and clean.
- Adequately communicate with oncoming shift
- Perform end of shift duties leaving area ready for oncoming shift.
- Assist training new operators and employees.
- Other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
- High school Diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and /or training; or equivalent combination of education or experience.
- One year of previous manufacturing or related experience.
- Ability to read and comprehend instructions.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as work orders, workplace, and safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Basic math skills, add subtract, and ability to use a measuring device.
- Basic problem-solving skills.
Desired?Skills and Abilities:
- ?Ability to work with the following software packages or programs:
- Effective email and electronic communication skills are required
- Ability to work with PrintStream & Flex
- Ability to work with the following tools or machinery
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Physical Requirements ?
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently, 20lbs constantly