Folder Operator

Description

Are you an experienced Folder Operator looking for your next opportunity in print finishing? Mittera Wisconsin is seeking a skilled and motivated operator to join our production team on 2nd shift. In this role, you’ll take ownership of folding equipment setup, operation, and maintenance to produce high-quality finished products that meet customer specifications. At Mittera, we believe in growing our employees’ skills. In addition to mastering folder operations, there are opportunities to learn and cross-train on other finishing equipment, expanding your skillset and opening the door to continued advancement within our finishing department. If you’re ready for your next opportunity in print finishing, apply today!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up and run Stahl, MBO, and Baum Folders
• Evaluate and make decisions concerning quality of product while folding
• Review job tickets and plan work processes to meet customer specifications
• Prepare load flags on each outgoing load showing the next operation or destination
• Notify supervision of mechanical/electrical problems and complete "Work Orders" for parts/repairs that require maintenance assistance
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on all assigned equipment
• Ensure good housekeeping practices are followed in order to maintain a clean, healthful, and safe work area
• Listen to and follow directions of the supervisor
• Ensure production meets department goals and metrics
• Follow all PPE and safety procedures and assist Operator, crew, and department in identifying areas for improvement in safety
• Complete all annual compliance training
• Meet company standards for attendance and punctuality and communicate effectively with team members
• Assist on other machines as needed
• Assist with hand work as needed
• All other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Previous folder operator experience required
• Ability to read work instructions and business memos
• Effective communications skills

Physical Requirements

• Requires use of proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling and bending
• Pushing/pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Requires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity and coordination.
• Requires near visual acuity.
• Requires working around and operating departmental equipment.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department in the facility.
• Requires the ability to function in a professional manner under stressful circumstances.

Mittera is a leading-edge company that provides commercial and digital printing, finishing, graphic design, data analytics, direct mail processing, and fulfillment services. Mittera’s full-service approach connects data-driven revelations, bar-raising creative, and expertly printed materials to give our customers’ brand recognition it deserves. Competitive compensation and robust benefits plans are offered. Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life and AD&D Policies
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• 401K with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Paid Veteran Time Off
• Legal Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance
• Parental Leave
• Advancement Opportunities

Mittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.