Friesens Corporation - Lead Bindery Machine Operator

Position Title: Lead Bindery Machine Operator

NOC:  94152

The Lead Operator is responsible to direct team members, to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the equipment including but not limited to, Encaser, Perfect Binder, Multiplex, Saddle Stitcher, and Shrink Wrapper and to make running adjustments as needed to produce a high-quality product to the prescribed quantity. Other responsibilities include troubleshooting basic machine performance, making machine adjustments as needed, providing work instructions to support staff and calling for additional maintenance resources as needed.

Lead Encaser Operator: The Lead Encaser Operator is responsible for the setup and operation of the Encaser on the hard cover book line where the internal and hard cover components are combined to create a finished book. He/she is also responsible for the setup and run the backgluer area of the Encaser as needed. The Lead Encaser Operator works with and provides direction to an assistant operator (Level II Operator) and production support staff.

Lead Perfect Binder Operator: The Lead Perfect Binder Operator is responsible for the set up and operation of the Perfect Binding machine producing soft cover books and hard cover book blocks. He/she is also responsible to set up and run the three-knife trimmer as needed. Lead Perfect Binder Operators works with and provide direction to the assistant operator (Level II Operator) and support personnel.

Lead Multiplex Operator: The Lead Multiplex Machine Operator is responsible for the set up and operation of the sewing machines to produce sewn book blocks from collated signatures on the Multiplex System. The Lead Multiplex Operator works with and provides direction to an assistant operator (Level II Operator) and production support staff.

Saddle Stitch Operator: The Saddle Stitch Operator is responsible for the set up and operation of the Saddle Stitcher, which combines internal and cover components into a finished product that is stapled on the spine. Such products include calendars, children’s books and magazines. He/she will direct production support staff.

Shrink Wrapper Operator: The Shrink Wrapper Operator is responsible for the set up and operation of the shrink wrapper machine to wrap the product as required.  He/she will direct production support staff in loading and packing the finished product.

Job Requirements:

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year experience as a book binding machine operator is a requirement
• Basic machine troubleshooting and maintenance experience
• Effective English use and comprehension
• Digital Literacy (Microsoft Office, keyboarding skills)
• Essential Math Skills (Metric and Imperial measurements, problem solving, conversion charts, etc)
• Effective use of production related documents to accomplish job tasks
• Ability to detect, isolate and identify irregularities and malfunctions in machinery, equipment and product
• Organization, prioritizing, time and stress management skills
• Able to operate the required machinery/equipment in a safe and responsible manner
• Ability to operate and use small tools
• Continuous learning/improvement mindset
• Must be able to work in a team-oriented environment while demonstrating self-management capabilities
• Able to deal with people diplomatically and professionally at all timed
• Excellent manual dexterity
• Willingness to work overtime as needed
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts
• Must be willing to work at all Friesens facilities as needed
• Knowledge of workplace safety, safe lifting and handling procedures

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work and communicate effectively with the level II operator, managers and co-workers
• Manage production run for quality, efficiency, and productivity
• Understand the job requirements from information on the docket and related information
• Arrange for delivery of all job components as needed
• Prepare glue supply
• Communicate responsibilities to Level II Operator and/or Production Support staff
• Efficiently set up the machine as required and run samples making necessary adjustments
• Perform periodic visual checks and inspections of product at all stages
• Run sample and get “first copy” approval
• Set up taper and packing area
• Run job to quantity
• Stack components neatly on skids
• Identify finished component storage 
• Return docket
• Select premium quality advance copies and sign off the Advance Copy form
• Manage and perform machine maintenance as described in the Machine Maintenance Binder and the Operators Manual
• Practice Friesens safety procedure for equipment and plant situations
• Perform any other job assignments as assigned by the managers

Incomplete resumes will be disqualified.

If you have not yet taken your language testing (IELTS or CELPIP) or the results of your language testing are more than two years old, you may still be considered for this position.  However, your language test must be booked at the time of creating a SEED profile. If you have booked your language test and it is scheduled within the next 2 months you may answer “yes” to the language testing question on the SEED ATS. (Evidence of language testing appointment required as part of your SEED profile.)