Production Lead, Bindery

Bindery Operator Lead Do you want to work for a company where your co-workers are co-owners? We are 100% employee owned! Smartpress, The Bernard Group's sister company, is a fast-growing online printing service, disrupting the traditional printing industry one innovation at a time. Our customers love us (seriously, google Smartpress reviews) and we love them right back, providing an easy online experience, high-quality printed products and world-class customer service. Not to mention our commitment to eco-friendly practices and sustainable materials ("smart" is in our name, after all).We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Bindery Operator Lead. You'll be part of a talented group that collaborates to deliver world-class products to our customers. You will be responsible for mentoring and coaching employees working in the specific area of responsibility (whether it be bindery, fabricating, cutting, or kitting). The Production Lead trains new and existing employees on the most efficient and effective methods of machine set-up and process flow. You will have the opportunity to learn new equipment, first, and as the subject matter expert, will then train and evaluate the work of the other team members. This position will not, however, have management responsibilities for the team members such as hiring, firing, or completing performance reviews. This role will, however, provide feedback to the manager as to how well the team members are learning the necessary skills required of the team roles. This role is a working lead role, and as a result, it will be necessary for the lead to also complete the applicable work on the job ticket and follow and adhere to the specific job requirements. You are also responsible for the last quality check before shipment to TBG/Smart Press customers and is the key liaison with the CSR and managers to ensure the job is completed successfully within the customers' parameters. Shifts available: Monday - Wednesday 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM OR Thursday - Saturday (36-hour work week- Three 12-hour shifts with a rotating schedule every 4 months. Overtime Eligible.)A variety of these traits will help land you this job if you have: High School Diploma or GEDMinimum 3-5 experience in the printing industry as a Bindery Operator, Cutter, Folder or Booklet MakerOSHA 10 Hour Certification is a plus On top of that you must:possess a thorough and organized approach to your workpay close attention to details on every projecthave basic computer skills, including Pace and Google Suitebe self-motivated, a fast learner, and show initiative to seek out customer and corporate needsplan, prioritize, coordinate, and manage your workcomplete projects accurately within deadlines, while meeting company quality standardsapply effective time management and self-management skillsunderstand and maintain the confidential nature of the company, employee and customer informationbe flexible to change In this position you'll:work closely with manager, and other shift leadership in prioritizing and directing department work flowsupport safe environment, driving towards 0 OSHA recordables & maintain high quality standardsensure assembly integrity through continuous monitoring of departmental processesmaintain appropriate levels of supplies to meet production requirementsmonitor issues and receipts for work ordersestablish open lines of communication with the production floorrepresent corporate policy and communicate to employees as requiredensure training and skills matrix are in compliance with training policy & work to further develop team's skillwork toward continuous improvement by monitoring efficiency & productivity & implement improvementsdrive improvements in material flow, including cell design and material delivery interact with other support departments as required driving out costs where possiblecomplete and quality check each job according to ticket specifications, producing quality worklearn existing equipment and train and learn on new equipmenttroubleshoot production problems to ensure productivity and quality standards are metput away stock on shelves, break down boxes and clean up after shiftperform miscellaneous projects and complete various tasks as requested by management To get hired at The Bernard Group, you MUST be:able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing. Strong interpersonal skills including, demonstrated listening skills and the ability to present ideas and thoughts concisely and effectively both internally and outside the organizationwilling to admit when you make a mistake (it happens to the best of us)fiercely loyal to both our customers and teamtrustworthy, reliable, and easy to get along withenthusiastic and eager to take on new challengesadaptable and willing to wear whatever hat gets the job doneTBG