Bindery Operator, 1st Shift

Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Are you an experienced machine operator? OR are you looking for a production position in a clean climate-controlled environment? Walsworth-Eau Claire (formerly known as Documation) is looking for talented individuals like you to join their growing team!

ABOUT THE POSITION

The schedule for this full-time, 1st shift position is:

• 1st Shift: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM (8-hour shifts)

Ideal candidates will have experience working in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines with sound attention to detail. As a machine operator, you will read and understand bindery ticket instructions and all forms of written instructions to perform duties that will ensure a quality product produced in a safe and efficient manner.

Essential Functions:

• Set up, run and maintain assigned machinery
• Troubleshoot assigned machinery according to company procedures and practices to assure efficiency and quality to meet the required production schedule
• Read and understand the written information pertaining to the job
• Strive to meet or exceed departmental and company goals
• Maintain accurate counts
• Move and organize scheduled work for assigned machinery
• Assist in training new Bindery employees
• Monitor production and quality to make recommendations on process improvements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Desire to start or continue a career in the printing trade (previous print industry experience NOT required)
• Ability to remain organized and self-directed in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to learn computer applications as necessary for the position.
• Ability to read, interpret and follow verbal and written instructions, work procedures and other related materials.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including strong customer service skills.
• Must communicate appropriate information accurately and clearly as needed.
• Mechanically inclined.
• Basic math, ruler and computer skills

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

• Required to sit, stand or walk for up to 12 hours a day
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects to use controls, tools or equipment
• May require the ability to use a keyboard and other office equipment
• May require specific vision abilities that include close vision
• May be required to perform concentrated work for extended periods of time
• May be required to lift, carry or exert items or objects of reasonable weight up to 50 pounds
• May be required to perform duties beyond standard business hours

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) necessary.
• Preference for one year experience in Bindery Operations

BENEFITS

• 401(k) and employer match - 75% employer match up to 6% of employee contribution
• Employer-paid short-term disability insurance
• Employer-paid basic life insurance for employee, spouse and child(ren); additional voluntary employee, spouse and dependent life insurance available
• Affordable health, vision, and dental insurance plans
• Eight paid holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve Day and Christmas Day
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - receive 80 hours in your first full year; accrual rate based on years of service

ABOUT US

Walsworth-Eau Claire (formerly known as Documation LLC) has been producing quality printed solutions in the Chippewa Valley for the past thirty years, serving a nationwide client base specializing in print automation, sophisticated binding solutions, and distribution services for our customer's print programs. We emphasize continuous improvement and utilize current technology, providing our employees with the tools necessary to produce exceptional products in a clean, temperature-controlled, safe work environment. Our customers love us because of the dedication, talent, and commitment to excellence each of our employees puts forth daily. Come work with us and you will work with great people.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is our policy that there be no discrimination in employment based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, or sexual orientation.

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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to remain organized and self-directed in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to learn computer applications as necessary for the position.
• Ability to read, interpret and follow verbal and written instructions, work procedures and other related materials.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including strong customer service skills.
• Must communicate appropriate information accurately and clearly as needed.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

• Required to sit, stand or walk for prolonged periods of time.
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects or use controls, tools or equipment.
• May require the ability to use a keyboard and other office equipment.
• May require specific vision abilities that include close vision.
• May be required to perform concentrated work for extended periods of time.
• May be required to lift, carry or exert items or objects of reasonable weight.
• May be required to perform duties beyond standard business hours.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED