Equipment Operator (Cutter Operator) - Taylor : Job Details

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Taylor Print Impressions, a Taylor Corporation company, is looking for an Equipment Operator (Cutter Operator) for our Bloomington, IL location. This person would be responsible for performing all stitching and folding tasks involved in the production of Taylor Print Impressions (TPI) products. This includes set-up, operation, and tear down of cutting equipment.

Your Shift: 1st Shift, Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:00pm

Your Responsibilities:

* Set-up and operate Polar Cutter; follow standard work methods and prescribed safety practices to ensure production is as efficient and as safe as possible

* Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications, within quality guidelines and in a timely fashion

* Read job ticket to ensure equipment is set up according to specifications and all required work is performed on each job

* Adjust equipment during production run, as required

* Read and interpret information from the bindery paperwork; planning sheets, layouts, dylux, and job ticket

* Complete tasks as directed by production schedules to ensure timely delivery of products to customers

* Utilize instructions and pre-established process and quality guidelines to perform the functions of the job

* Examine finished products for quality assurance

* Report defective materials or questionable quality issues to the department Supervisor or Lead

* Operate other bindery equipment, if necessary, to maintain flexibility of the Bindery department

* Participate in specific continuous improvement initiatives

* Perform prescribed preventative maintenance on machines as required to reduce problems, maintain quality, and minimize costly repairs and downtime

* Maintains the work area, tools and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety rules and regulations

* Follow standard work methods and prescribed safety practices to ensure production is as efficient and as safe as possible

You Must Have:

* Must be at least 18 years of age

* Basic bindery knowledge and skills to operate bindery equipment

* Ability to read and interpret simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos and follow directions

* Ability to perform basic math calculations including addition, subtraction, division, multiplication using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals and other forms of simple mathematical skills

* Use basic hand held tools such; rubber straps, plastic bags, plastic packaging clamshells, cardboard boxes, tape dispensers, and other materials necessary to the production and packaging of TPI products

Requirements within this position:

* Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information and ideas so others will understand

* Regularly required to remain in a stationary position

* Constantly operates machinery and handles products including print materials

* Frequently required to move inside the facility

* Regularly move up to 25+ pounds (lift, push, pull and/or carry)

We Would Also Prefer:

* High School diploma, equivalent, or work-related experience

* High mechanical aptitude

* Previous experience operating cutting machine

About Taylor Corporation

One of the largest graphics communications firms in North America, Taylor's family of companies provide a diverse set of products, services, and technologies addressing the toughest communication challenges. For nearly 50 years, Taylor has been a premier provider of powerful and innovative products, services, and expertise for individuals, businesses, and distributors large and small.

Our 10,000+ employees spanning 26 states and seven countries work diligently to create the interactive, printing, and marketing solutions that have helped build some of the world's more recognizable brands. Everything we do begins with identifying the unique priorities and needs of our customers and creating one-of-a-kind solutions. We offer a comprehensive benefit package including several health plans to choose from, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and 64 hours of annual holiday pay.

Taylor Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.

Taylor Corporation including all partners and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.