Finishing Folder Operator

Location: Brooklyn Park (On-site)

Shift: 1st Shift, Monday-Friday

Hours: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Position Summary

The Finishing Folder Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining folding equipment used to fold, crease, perforate, and finish printed materials according to customer specifications. This role ensures quality production, efficient workflow, and adherence to safety standards while meeting production schedules.

Essential Responsibilities

• Set up and operate bindery folding machines (Stahl, MBO, Heidelberg, or similar equipment) according to job specifications and work orders.
• Perform routine maintenance, machine adjustments, and minor repairs to maintain optimal equipment performance.
• Inspect finished products to ensure proper fold patterns, alignment, accuracy, and overall quality.
• Monitor workflow and production schedules to ensure timely completion of jobs.
• Troubleshoot machine issues, including misfeeds, jams, and material defects.
• Load and unload printed materials safely and efficiently.
• Accurately record production data, including output, material consumption, downtime, and waste.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in compliance with OSHA and workplace safety standards.
• Collaborate with production, prepress, pressroom, and shipping teams to support efficient operations and resolve production issues.
• Follow established safety procedures and operating guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of one year of experience operating bindery folding equipment preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret job tickets, production specifications, blueprints, and folding diagrams.
• Knowledge of common folding styles, including parallel, accordion, gate, and double-parallel folds.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and remain standing for extended periods.
• Flexibility to work overtime and adjusted schedules as business needs require.

Preferred Experience

• Experience operating additional bindery equipment such as cutters, stitchers, and collators.
• Understanding of digital printing and print-finishing processes.

Physical Requirements

• Continuous standing, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, and repetitive motion activities.
• Frequent walking, stooping, crouching, grasping, and fine motor movements.
• Occasional sitting, balancing, and kneeling.

You should be proficient in:

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Mechanical Assembly Skills
• Automotive Manufacturing Systems
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment