Bindery Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Vomela Commercial in Elk Grove, IL is seeking experienced Bindery Operators. Responsible for operation and maintenance of cutters and / or folders, packaging, labeling, and delivery of work to delivery area.

Interacts with Sales staff, CSRs, and other bindery personnel.

Vomela Commercial is a division of Vomela, one of the nation’s largest and most diverse print conglomerates. With over 20 locations and more than 1,100 employees, Vomela utilizes the latest in print technology to manage, produce, and distribute commercial print collateral, retail in-store signage, store décor, out of home advertising, transportation and fleet graphics.

From business cards and letterhead to retail signage and vehicle wraps, we have the print world covered.

And despite our size, our structure allows us to offer our employees the friendly, family feel of a smaller company with the capabilities and support of a larger, international organization.

And no matter which of our successful divisions you choose to join, you will be valued and recognized for your contribution while creating a stable financial future.

We offer the ideal candidate an opportunity to grow and evolve their careers while working in a fun, fast paced and dynamic environment.

Our international network of companies allows employees to build relationships with and provide marketing and printing solutions to some of the largest and most recognized brands in the world.

With us, you can make a difference.

Responsibilities :

Performs Make Ready for jobs : reads job jacket for all information; makes folder ready for each job; checks work against proof / dummy for position and correctness;

fills out bindery checklists for approval; clarifies information with supervisor as needed

Runs job on Folder : continuously checks work for position and quality; runs job as quickly as possible while maintaining quality;

packages job neatly and labels for shipping; identifies and separately packages customer samples

• Performs post-run duties which include putting samples in the jackets, ensuring customer samples are the best quality, and notifying supervisors of any shortages
• Moves jobs to designated areas of Delivery
• Performs machine maintenance and ensure that machines are clean and functioning properly
• Responsible for cutting printed materials : reads instructions for each job’s specifications; uses computer in the cutter to program each job;

fills out bindery checklists for approval; cuts job then moves to the next department

• Checks jobs for quality : checks stock tickets for run size, quantity, type of paper, etc.; cuts blank paper; moves paper to appropriate area
• Performs machine maintenance : cleans machine and work area daily; changes knife, checks fluid levels, lubes cutter weekly and keeps maintenance records;

checks cutter for accuracy by using a square back edge

Requirements :

• High School education or equivalent
• Minimum of one year experience in operation of cutting and / or folder equipment preferred
• General knowledge of folding machinery
• Ability to understand general mechanical principles
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Good natural or corrected eyesight

Benefits :

• Comprehensive benefit package including a 401k
• A financially stable, employee focused environment that serves as the foundation for a successful, long term career.

Shift

2nd (2pm to 10pm)

Location

Elk Grove, IL

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Company Description

Vomela Commercial is a division of Vomela, one of the nation’s largest and most diverse print conglomerates. With over 20 locations and more than 1,300 employees, Vomela utilizes the latest in print technology to manage, produce, and distribute commercial print collateral, retail in-store signage, store décor, out of home advertising, transportation and fleet graphics.

From business cards and letterhead to retail signage and vehicle wraps, we have the print world covered.

Company Description

Vomela Commercial is a division of Vomela, one of the nation’s largest and most diverse print conglomerates. With over 20 locations and more than 1,300 employees, Vomela utilizes the latest in print technology to manage, produce, and distribute commercial print collateral, retail in-store signage, store décor, out of home advertising, transportation and fleet graphics.

From business cards and letterhead to retail signage and vehicle wraps, we have the print world covered.