This position will be on 1st shift during the initial training period and then move to graveyard shift, 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM, after the completion of the apprenticeship program.

The qualifying Folder‐Gluer Apprentice will participate in an accelerated training program in the RRD Packaging manufacturing environment that features four (4) graduating steps of increasing skill level, responsibility and pay. This training program may be completed in as few as 18 months or as many as 24 months, depending on the participant’s pace of progress. Upon graduating from the program, the participant will be fully qualified to assume the duties and receive the compensation of a experienced Folder‐Gluer Operator.

Responsibilities: The successful Folder‐Gluer Apprentice will learn and perform the following:

1. Operate safely in the plant and on equipment.
2. Communicate effectively with other Folder‐Gluer operators and all upstream and downstream process owners.
3. Perform minor repairs and preventive maintenance on the Folder‐Gluer equipment.
4. Maintain a clean and organized machine and work area.
5. Adhere to company’s operational and safety policies and reporting rules.
6. Proof original job copy to sample to confirm accuracy of job specifications before job runs.
7. Set up and operate Folder‐Gluer equipment with precision, and meet production targets and goals.
8. Perform Folding‐Gluing operations according to a standard documented sequence.
9. Prepares finished product by placing in boxes or Gaylord containers for delivery.
10. Verify accuracy of entire Folding‐Gluing operation, before, during and at completion of process, and prepare an error‐free handoff to incoming shift operators and downstream processes.
11. Maintain records of time, tasks, and number of pieces completed per job in proper database(s).
12. Understands, completes, and verifies all necessary paperwork for appropriate task/job as deemed necessary.
13. Perform other duties as assigned.

RRD IS AN EEO/AA INCLUDING VETS AND DISABLED EMPLOYER

Required Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Minimum 2 years of experience working with or around machinery
• Experience in setting up and operating glue folder machines a plus, but not required
• Experience working in the printing industry preferred
• Ability to read and follow written job tickets and schedules
• Experience using a ruler or other measuring device in the workplace
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, managers, co-workers and customers

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes, wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; and risk of electrical shock. Employees are expected to use PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and follow appropriate procedures as recommended by EHS when conditions require its use. This may include, but is not limited to, hearing protection, goggles, safety shoes, lockout/tagout, etc.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Lifting up to 30 lbs regularly to move objects. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently sit; use hands and fingers repetitively; climb; talk or hear; stand; reach (extending hands and arms in any direction); bend, twist, walk (moving about to accomplish tasks); and lift(raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position).

Required Experience

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Minimum 2 years of experience working with or around machinery
• Experience in setting up and operating glue folder machines a plus, but not required
• Experience working in the printing industry preferred
• Ability to read and follow written job tickets and schedules
• Experience using a ruler or other measuring device in the workplace
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, managers, co-workers and customers

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes, wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; and risk of electrical shock. Employees are expected to use PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and follow appropriate procedures as recommended by EHS when conditions require its use. This may include, but is not limited to, hearing protection, goggles, safety shoes, lockout/tagout, etc.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Lifting up to 30 lbs regularly to move objects. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently sit; use hands and fingers repetitively; climb; talk or hear; stand; reach (extending hands and arms in any direction); bend, twist, walk (moving about to accomplish tasks); and lift(raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position).