Obtains and interprets job orders
Enters necessary job order information into the casing-in unit computer prior to running the job
Sets up the machine to the job specification
Checks quality of materials used; loose signatures, square book blocks, proper backing and head, tailband, etc.
Feed cases, crash and paper and glue to machine; uses electric pallet truck to move materials as needed
Completes all necessary paperwork, production reports, and machine log books for accurate reporting purposes
Checks quality of work being produced: (glue coverage, proper jacket quality, square-in case, even crease, proper case fit, ensure stackers properly set to prevent damage to cased-in and/or jacketed books)
Directs crews to proper work stations; set-up and close-out procedures (carton unit set-up, over component count, machine area clean-up, etc.) and to proper handwork area when the machine is down
Reports all unsafe acts of crew members, unsafe and/or improperly functioning machine conditions, quality problems, incorrect/questionable job order information including any failure to reach/obtain order quantities to supervisor immediately