Print Finishing Folder Operator - 1st Shift

ENPOINTE
  • Brooklyn Park, Minnesota
    9 days ago

    Job Description

    FINISHING FOLDER OPERATOR
    Location: On-site in Brooklyn Park
    Shift: 1st Shift, Monday-Friday
    Hours: 6AM-2PM
     
    COMPANY DESCRIPTION
    ENPOINTE partners with leading brands across various industries to deliver innovative marketing solutions that drive results and address business challenges. With a holistic approach, ENPOINTE specializes in direct marketing, strategy, digital solutions, and data-driven print production capabilities. The company helps clients launch brands, boost sales, broaden awareness, engage customers, and generate leads. ENPOINTE’s extensive expertise spans design, variable digital print, high-end printing, large format, finishing, mailing, kitting, distribution, and technology-driven customer solutions.
     
    SUMMARY
    The Bindery Folder Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining folding machines and related equipment to fold, crease, perforate, or otherwise finish printed materials according to job specifications. The operator ensures high-quality output while meeting production deadlines and maintaining a safe working environment.
     
    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following. Other duties may be assigned as needed.
    • Set up and operate bindery folding machines (e.g., Stahl, MBO, Heidelberg, or equivalent) according to job tickets and specifications.
    • Perform routine machine maintenance, adjustments, and minor repairs to ensure optimal machine performance.
    • Inspect folded materials for quality assurance, including correct folding pattern, alignment, and defect-free output.
    • Monitor production workflow to ensure efficient operation and timely completion of jobs.
    • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to misfeeds, jams, or material defects.
    • Ensure proper loading and unloading of printed materials to and from the machine.
    • Record production data including output quantities, material usage, downtime, and waste.
    • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with company policies and OSHA regulations.
    • Communicate with supervisors and other departments (prepress, pressroom, shipping) to ensure workflow efficiency and resolve production issues.
    • Follow all safety protocols and company procedures.
     
    QUALIFICATIONS
    • High school diploma or GED required.
    • 1+ year of experience operating bindery folding equipment (preferred).
    • Ability to read and understand job tickets, blueprints, and folding diagrams.
    • Familiarity with common types of folds (e.g., parallel, accordion, gate, double parallel).
    • Mechanical aptitude and good troubleshooting skills.
    • Strong attention to detail and quality control.
    • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
    • Willingness to work overtime and flexible shifts as needed.
    PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
    • Experience with additional bindery equipment (e.g., cutters, stitchers, collators).
    • Knowledge of digital printing and finishing processes.
     
    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
    • Constant standing, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, and repetitive motions.
    • Frequent walking, stooping, crouching, fingering, and grasping.
    • Occasional sitting, balancing, and kneeling.
    PAY RANGE: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour depending on experience.
     
    BENEFITS:
    • 401(k)
    • Dental insurance
    • Health insurance
    • Health savings account
    • Life insurance
    • Vision insurance
    • Paid time off

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBrooklyn Park, Minnesota
    Websitehttps://alwaysenpointe.com/careers

    Skills

    • Bindery Equipmentunmatched
    • Blueprintsunmatched
    • Consumer Brandingunmatched
    • Corporate Policiesunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Dental Insuranceunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Direct Marketingunmatched
    • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
    • High School Diplomaunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Lead Generationunmatched
    • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
    • Loading/Unloadingunmatched
    • Marketing Softwareunmatched
    • Marketing Strategyunmatched
    • OSHAunmatched
    • Operations Managementunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Printingunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Production Controlunmatched
    • Productivity Managementunmatched
    • Quality Assuranceunmatched
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    • Regulationsunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
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