Dylan Ritchie

Bindery Machine Operator

Lakeside Books

Harrisonburg

10.2014 - Current

Operated bindery machines for cutting, folding, and assembling printed materials.
Assisted in setting up equipment to ensure smooth production flow.
Monitored machine operations for proper functioning and safety compliance.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of the work area and equipment.
Collaborated with team members to meet production schedules efficiently.
Loaded materials into machines for binding processes according to specifications.
Conducted routine maintenance checks on bindery machines to prevent downtime.
Followed safety protocols and guidelines while operating machinery in the facility.
Loaded paper into the feeders of the bindery machines according to job specifications.
Repaired or replaced worn parts on the bindery machines when necessary.
Troubleshot mechanical problems and corrected them accordingly.
Followed detailed instructions from supervisors regarding specific job requirements.
Assisted other operators in setting up jobs prior to running them through the bindery equipment.
Tracked production output data on daily log sheets and reported any discrepancies to management.
Conducted periodic tests on samples of printed material for color accuracy.
Sorted and packaged finished products as required by customer orders.
Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during operation of the bindery machines.
Performed regular maintenance on the bindery machines to ensure proper functioning.
Adjusted machine settings to ensure optimal performance.
Maintained and operated a variety of bindery machines, including flatbeds, drills, Ink jet, shrink wrap machines, palletizer and binders.
Kept work area organized and neat at all times throughout shift.
Utilized computer software programs related to printing processes when needed.
Monitored machine operations for quality control purposes.
Read work orders to determine instructions and specifications for machine set-up.
Operated bindery equipment and oversaw general functionality, including adjusting guides and rollers, to avoid errors and complete efficient daily work.
Maintained accurate job records by documenting data in appropriate databases, drafting reports and securing permanent files.
Member of the safety team for over 8 years, helping to ensure proper use of PPE and general safety of the production floor