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Envelope Machine Adjuster

Saint Louis, MO

You'll set up and operate a variety of envelope folding machines to meet customer specifications while maintaining high-quality standards. In addition to adjusting and operating your own machine, you ...

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Envelope Machine Operator

Saint Louis, MO

In this role, you will operate envelope folding machines, perform quality checks, and support production goals. We are proud to be a 2nd Chance Employer and encourage all qualified individuals to ...

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An Envelope Folding Machine operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining machines that fold and glue paper to create envelopes. Their duties include loading paper, adjusting machine settings for different envelope sizes, monitoring production for quality, and troubleshooting minor mechanical issues. Operators ensure that the envelopes meet specifications and that the machine runs efficiently and safely throughout their shift.

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Envelope Folding Machine Operators often encounter challenges such as machine jams, misfeeds, and maintaining consistent output quality during high-volume production runs. Addressing these issues typically involves regular machine maintenance, prompt troubleshooting, and close attention to detail when loading materials. Operators also benefit from clear communication with team members, especially when coordinating with quality control or maintenance staff. Continuous learning and staying updated on machine enhancements can also help operators improve efficiency and reduce downtime.

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To thrive as an Envelope Folding Machine Operator, you need mechanical aptitude, basic math skills, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with envelope folding machines, production line equipment, and potentially basic computer interfaces is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, reliability, and effective communication help operators stand out in this role. These abilities ensure efficient machine operation, minimize errors, and support smooth workflow in high-volume manufacturing environments.

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Envelope Machine Adjuster Trainee - 7am & 7pm shift

Richmond, VA • On-site

Kenmore Envelope Company, Inc
Printing and Printing Services • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Kenmore Envelope Company, Incexternal

$18 - $20/hr

Full-time

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Job Purpose: To produce envelopes on folding machines that meet company quality standards while maintaining optimum speeds and minimal downtime
Main Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
1. Check work of previous shift for quality & correctness and notify supervisor of any issues
2. Check the quality of the finished envelopes throughout the job by following company quality control procedures and correct issues as necessary to maintain and/or achieve the quality standards
3. Change machines between sizes, styles, windows, gum, and printing from one job to the next with minimal downtime
4. Keep machines running at optimum speed to meet or exceed production targets while maintaining quality standards
5. Identify machine malfunctions, troubleshoot, and correct in a timely manner
6. Notify a supervisor promptly when machines need maintenance/repairs above what can be completed by the adjuster
7. Work as a team with other adjusters and operators to accomplish shift goals
8. Assist Envelope Machine Operators with their duties when necessary and/or when available
9. Keep envelope folding machine and area around machine neat & clean
10. Fill out production paperwork and pull samples as directed
11. Communicate with outgoing shift and incoming shift regarding equipment status, job status, and any other relevant information
12. Perform routine maintenance and general repairs on envelope folding machines as directed by supervisor
13. Duties include standing for most of the shift, repetitive hand & wrist motions, reaching with hands and arms, regular lifting of up to 75 pounds, and possibly working overtime
14. Perform other duties as assigned by management from time to time
15. Execute the responsibilities of this position following company safety policies and company procedures

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