Bindery - Lead

Job Summary:

The Bindery - Lead is responsible for operating and maintaining machines in a safe and efficient manner, while leading a crew, owning machine maintenance needs, and acting as a stand-in shift supervisor when necessary. They strive to meet or exceed company performance goals and customer satisfaction levels, while prioritizing safety and adhering to company policies and procedures.

Essential Functions:

• Properly set up and operate machines, such as Perfect Binder and Saddle Stitcher, safely and efficiently daily.
• Oversee all maintenance and maintenance needs on Lead's specific machine, in a proactive manner.
• Provide technical support during shift for other machines, ensuring overall shift success.
• Act as a stand-in shift supervisor when supervisor is not present, handling employee needs, conflict, and questions.
• Read and understand special instructions on job tickets and ship reports to accurately process customer orders.
• Read, follow, and interpret work instructions, job tickets, and ship reports accurately.
• Lead, train, and coach crew members to maximize efficiency.
• Verify and guide temporary employees in performing tasks.
• Meet or exceed waste and throughput standards set by the company.
• Effectively troubleshoot mechanical and operational problems on equipment.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow work instructions, job tickets, safety rules, and ship reports accurately.
• Ability to effectively communicate various ideas, issues, and needs in written form to various levels of organization and external customers.
• Ability to perform advanced mathematical skills, including monetary calculations, percentages, detailed graphs, and ratios.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and employees.
• Problem-solving skills for practical situations with limited standardization.

Working Conditions:

• Required to sit, stand, or walk for prolonged periods of time.
• May be required to use a keyboard and other office equipment.
• May be required to perform concentrated work for extended periods of time.
• May be required to perform duties beyond standard business hours.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Previous experience as a perfect binder or stitcher operator required.
• Previous experience in troubleshooting and maintaining bindery equipment required.
• Previous experience as a supervisor or lead preferred.