Feeder Operator

CJK Group, Inc. • Grand Rapids, MI

6d

About The Position

Assist Operator in production of heat-set web printed materials and maintenance
of web presses while continually learning machine operations and printing
technique.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work with the following software packages or programs: Microsoft Office, Flex and PrintStream at beginning level
• Effective email and electronic communication skills are preferred
• Ability to work with the following tools or machinery Pallet jack
• Paper Turning Disc
• Knives: razor, hand, slab-off skives
• Pallet wrap holder
• Vacuum lift
• Plate bender
• Plate carts
• Hand tools
• Grease guns/ air hose nozzles
• Shaft handling cart

Responsibilities

• Read and understand work order verifying correct substrate, bind type, ink color, and run lengths.
• Order substrate while considering the needs of the oncoming shift.
• Set up stacker and bundler to send adequate and well identified bundles to bindery.
• Understand substrate – weights, PPI, size, grain direction, coating, marking and storage
• Load correct substrate into the machine while tracking slab-off, waste consumption and return weights.
• Learn all phases of the press operation
• Ensure bundles conform to bindery needs including proper identification.
• Be sure all waste is disposed of properly including printed and blank substrate.
• See that all skids are safely stacked and wrapped before leaving press area.
• Learn to interpret the information on the work order and its contents.
• Assist Operator as needed.
• Run press effectively in temporary absence of Operator.
• 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.
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED