Bindery Set Up Operator at Wildeck, Inc

Gurnee, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 May, 26

Salary

34.0

Posted On

21 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Bindery Equipment Operation, Machine Setup, Precision, Consistency, Preventive Maintenance, Quality System Procedures, Customer Satisfaction, Folding Principles, Machine Adjustments, Defect Identification, Feeder Alignment, Plate Settings, Roller Settings, Score/Slitter Matching, Team Communication, Flexibility

Industry

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Nosco is looking for a Bindery Setup Operator at our Gurnee, IL facility. This role is on our 12 hour rotating shift schedule. As an employee owner in this position, you will set up and operate Bindery equipment in accordance with both internal and customer specifications, while working in a safe and efficient manner. This is a position that requires a critical eye for detail, precision, and consistency. All while working in a team-based environment. In this role, you will… * Operate available equipment to ensure production objectives are met. * Cross train to be able to run all finishing assets in the Bindery department. * Perform minor preventive maintenance/repairs, report any mechanical defects to Manager and Team Lead, and keep machinery in good working condition. * Ensure quality system procedures are always followed. * Ensure department meets all needs for customer satisfaction including OTD. Success factors… * Preferably 2+years of Bindery (literature folder gluer) or other technical skills operating machinery. * Experience with basic Quality systems and documentation. * Flexibility to work any shift and Overtime. Work in a fast-paced environment with ability to adapt to change. * High school diploma or GED * Physical requirements: Twisting, turning, squeezing, grasping, reaching, reaching over equipment, kneeling, crawling, pulling, extended periods of standing, ability to lift 50 pounds. * Long periods of concentration. * Speaking, hearing and vision are also essentials to performing job functions. What is in it for you… We are 100% employee owned, which means you will have a stake in the action. We are enthusiastic about career development and will help you grow because we care about you. We reward and recognize those who contribute and make a mark in the company. The typical pay range for this role is $20.00 - $34.00. This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base offer will depend on a variety of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition to your compensation, enjoy the rewards of an employee owned company. Nosco offers a full range of medical, dental and vision benefits including HSA/FSA/HCA. Eligible employees may enroll in Nosco’s 401(k) retirement savings plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also available for eligible employees. We provide a fully paid term life insurance plan to eligible employees, and short-term and long-term disability benefits. Nosco also offers numerous well-being programs, paid parental leave, education assistance, and discount programs with participating partners. As for time off, Nosco’s employee owners enjoy Paid Time Off (“PTO”) as well as paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Number of paid holidays, and other time off are provided consistent with relevant state law and Company policies. About Nosco… At Nosco, it is not just a job... it is a career. Need proof? Our average tenure is over 10 years! With over 115 years in the industry, Nosco provides printed cartons, labels, inserts and flexible packaging to its 400+ customers in the healthcare, natural health, personal care, and consumer goods markets. Nosco is a subsidiary of Holden Industries, Inc., and is 100% employee owned. This offers a unique opportunity for our workforce to share in the success of the company through beneficial ownership. We encourage you to explore all that we have to offer including the open positions so you can start building your career here. Find an open position near you by going to Nosco.com/Careers! Qualifications 1. Knowledge of the Finishing Department as it pertains to Quality Production. 2. Knowledge of all of the control centers throughout the Finishing Department as it pertains to asset capabilities and performance efficiencies on scheduled assets. 3. Skill to motivate your assigned team through consistent and reasonable communication. 4. Has a basic understanding of folding principles pertaining to miniature buckle and knife folding. 5. Ability to make fine-tuning adjustments after an uncontrolled machine stop. 6. Understands defects which may be encountered as part of their job function 7. Reviews fold configurations and folding concepts 8. Sets feeder alignment and vacuum in-feed, plate settings and measurements, roller settings and driven paper thickness, score or slitter to match fold sequence, side guide position for R/A, and R/A plate settings and measurements 9. Checks finished piece to spec and sample 10. Shift flexibility, willingness to work overtime and on short notice 11. Physical Requirements: Twisting, turning, squeezing, grasping, reaching, reaching over equipment, kneeling, crawling, pulling, extended periods of standing, ability to lift 50 pounds. 12. High School diploma or GED required

Responsibilities

The operator will set up and operate Bindery equipment according to internal and customer specifications while maintaining safety and efficiency. Responsibilities include operating equipment to meet production goals, cross-training on all finishing assets, performing minor maintenance, and ensuring quality system adherence.