Flat Cutter Operator Trainee

BPG-Berryville, a division of Bertelsmann Printing Group USA, currently has an opportunity for an experienced and skilled *Flatcutter* to join our team.
BPG-Berryville is one of the largest, fully automated, hardcover and softcover book manufacturers in the United States.
A leader in book manufacturing, BPG maintains a steadfast commitment to exceptional quality, superior customer service, and a network of workable solutions for our customers.
*Job Description* * "Lays Out" job to be cut on the trimmer machine * Inputs information determined by sheet images into trimmer computer * Removes paper stacks ("lifts") from skids and places them in trimmer to cut job * Cuts covers, jackets, casewraps, endsheets and inserts as needed.
* Operates stacker by taking paper from trimmer and loading into stacker; this paper is stacked onto another skid * Completes a Daily Production Report, reflecting jobs that have been cut * Performs preventative maintenance of the flat cutter machine * Performs clean-up of machine area * Assist with training others as needed * Maintaining satisfactory attendance to adequately staff equipment and maintain productivity.
*Required Skills and Education* * Basic Computer Skills * Basic knowledge of hardcover book manufacturing preferred * Mechanical aptitude * Good communication skills * Basic reading and math skills * 1year of experience in the bindery as an operator or prior trimmer experience preferred * High degree of initiative and attention to detail required *BPG-Berryville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
* Job Type: Full-time Pay: $16.
00 - $16.
75 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Referral program * Vision insurance Schedule: * 12 hour shift * Day shift * Night shift * Overtime Education: * High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: * Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Preferred) * Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person