Machine Operator

Walsworth - Fulton, our team is the heart of our business.

Walsworth started back in 1937, when Don Walsworth started printing playbills and cookbooks in Marceline, Missouri during the Great Depression. Since the start, Walsworth has acquired several other businesses which lead to the printing of scholastic yearbooks and commercial printing.

Here we are in 2024, Walsworth is still a family-owned business, we are among the top three yearbook printers, 29th largest printer in U.S. and Canada, and the 3rd largest magazine printer. More than 87 years later, we recently welcomed the fourth generation of Don Walsworth to the company, and we are still true to our original companies' values.

As a Bindery Machine Operator, you will read and understand bindery ticket instructions and all forms of written instructions to perform duties that will ensure a quality product produced in a safe and efficient manner.

Essential Functions:

• Set up, run and maintain assigned machinery (perfect bind and/or stitcher).
• Troubleshoot assigned machinery according to company procedures and practices to assure efficiency and quality to meet the required production schedule.
• Read and understand the written information pertaining to the job ticket.
• Strive to meet or exceed departmental and company goals.
• Maintain accurate counts.
• Move and organize scheduled work for assigned machinery.
• Assist in training new Bindery Operators.
• Monitor production and quality to make recommendations on process improvements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to remain organized and self-directed in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to learn computer applications as necessary for the position.
• Ability to read, interpret and follow verbal and written instructions, work procedures and other related materials.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including strong customer service skills.
• Must communicate appropriate information accurately and clearly as needed.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

• Required to sit, stand or walk for prolonged periods of time.
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects or use controls, tools or equipment.
• May require the ability to use a keyboard and other office equipment.
• May require specific vision abilities that include close vision.
• May be required to perform concentrated work for extended periods of time.
• May be required to lift, carry or exert items or objects of reasonable weight.
• May be required to perform duties beyond standard business hours.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma
• Experience in Bindery Operations. (Preferred)