Bindery Operator

$22.00 - $27.00 

Full Time: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm Monday - Friday

Streamworks is a trusted partner and innovative leader in direct marketing and secure mail communications, helping clients create and deliver meaningful messaging that drives results. Our company provides state of the art printing presses, print finishing services, a full-service creative and branding agency, and secure fulfillment solutions.

Streamworks is always looking for talented and qualified people to join our team, people who are ready for a meaningful career, not just another job. We at Streamworks embrace diversity, equity, & inclusion and we are committed to an environment that is open, honest, safe, and rewarding. 

We will give you the opportunity to learn and grow within the company. We, as a Company, can only be successful if our employees are successful. 

Streamworks offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefit package including:

• Use of our on-site fitness center
• health, dental, vision, 
• Company paid Life Insurance, AD&D, LTD
• STD
• 401K with a company match
• PTO (paid time off) Holiday pay

As a Bindery Operator, you will be finishing the work of printed and laser printed materials by cutting, folding, gluing, and stitching. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Read and understand job tickets and customer instructions.
• Follow the sign-off procedure in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ability to understand and proficiently execute the sign-off and Continuity pull process.
• Accurate and timely electronic entry of job, inventory and time data into multiple data collection systems
• Use the equipment’s computer as part of programming and setup of equipment
• Able to communicate using Microsoft Outlook including ability to open and attach documents
• Setup, operate and maintain the assigned equipment.
• Follow all established processes associated with the operation of the inserter.
• Perform all Helper duties, including setting up stations, tray, and bagging requirements.
• Ability to understand job requirements and transfer that knowledge when working with helpers, temporary employees, and other operators. 
• Inform Supervisor or Lead Operator when supplies or parts are needed. 
• Always communicate with the incoming shift workers through the use of the Crossover Log Book about the status of job(s), equipment and any other special instructions.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness when completing the following:
• Shift to shift Crossover Log Book 
• Hour-By-Hour log sheets
• Postage Usage sheets

Capabilities

• Equipment - set up, trouble shoot, and run lettershop equipment (bindery, inserters, inkjets, postage equipment, labelling equipment, camera technologies, etc.)
• Computer Skills – Basic knowledge of computer programs
• Follow Directions - Individual must be able to follow verbal and written instructions with attention to detail.
• Near Vision - Ability to read small, fine light print quickly at changing distances.
• Control precision — ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of equipment to exact positions.
• Hand/Eye coordination 
• Manual Dexterity — ability to quickly move both your hands together with your arm, and to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
• Awareness — ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
• Reaction Time — ability to quickly stop equipment (ex. equipment jams; material is stuck; etc.)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is a very physical position requiring extensive standing, bending, turning and lifting for much of the workday. The selected employee must have the ability to:

• Lift and transport 25-50 pounds during the shift.
• Ability to visually inspect all work for defects
• Ability to distinguish colors
• The ability to walk, stand, stoop, and bend 80% of shift.
• Climb, bend, reach, carry, push/pull, twist and turn, crouching, and stooping.
• Manual dexterity.

Education and/or Experience

• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is preferred.
• Previous experience setting up and operating Lettershop equipment is desired.
• Ability to sort and prepare mail while following USPS rules and guidelines.

Language Skills

• Ability to read and comprehend written and verbal instructions in the English language. 
• Good communication skills – written, verbal, and listening.

Streamworks is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. 

We invite you to apply in person or on our company website. If you have a disability and require assistance in the application process, please contact the Human Resource department at humanresources@streamworkmn.com for additional information.

Streamworks

3640 Pheasant Ridge Drive

Blaine, MN  55449

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and a drug test in accordance with Minnesota law. 

In this role you will be trusted with confidential information as well as protected health information.

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment and eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.