New

Equipment Operator - 1st Shift

Taylor Corporation
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Illinois, Bloomington
Dec 23, 2025
$1000 New Hire Incentive - Come Work with Us! Benefits Available Day 1 - No Waiting Period! Taylor is proud to now offer "DailyPay". With "DailyPay", you can get paid on your very first day. No more waiting for direct deposit or a paper check! https://www.dailypay.com/partners/taylorcorp/ Taylor Corporation is a growing, dynamic company with big plans for the future - and our people. Family owned and proud of it, we power our employees' potential and strive to create opportunity and security for every member of the team. We're passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we're in this for the long haul. Ready to build a career? It's time to look at Taylor. Your Opportunity: Taylor Print & Visual Impressions, a Taylor Corporation company, is looking for an Equipment Operator (Cutter/Folder/Stitcher Operator) to be responsible for performing all stitching and folding tasks involved in the production of Taylor Print & Visual Impressions (TPVI) products.This includes set-up, operation, and tear down of folding equipment. Your Shift: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm Your Responsibilities: Set up folding equipment to automatically fold, slit, and/or score printed sheets into signatures for binding Read job ticket to ensure equipment is set up according to specifications and all required work is performed on each job Fold finish the product according to job ticket instructions Read and interpret information from the bindery paperwork; planning sheets, layouts, dylux, and job ticket Complete tasks as directed by production schedules to ensure timely delivery of products to customers Utilize instructions and pre-established process and quality guidelines to perform the functions of the job Examine / adjust finished products for quality assurance Report defective materials or questionable quality issues to the department Supervisor or Lead You Must Have: Basic bindery knowledge and skills to operate bindery equipment or be mechanically inclined Ability to read and interpret simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos and follow directions Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations Use basic handheld tools such; rubber straps, plastic bags, plastic packaging clamshells, cardboard boxes, tape dispensers, and other materials necessary to the production and packaging of TPVI products Must be at least 18 years of age We Would Also Prefer: High mechanical aptitude Previous experience operating folding equipment The anticipated hourly range for this position is $16 - $18. The actual base offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The range listed is just one component of Taylor Corporation's total compensation and benefits package for employees. About Taylor Corporation One of the largest print and communications firms in North America, Taylor's family of companies provides a diverse set of products, services and technologies that address the toughest business challenges. We work diligently each day to create printed and digital marketing communication solutions that help power many of the world's most recognizable brands. With more than 50 years of category expertise and 10,000 employees spanning dozens of U.S. states and multiple countries, Taylor serves businesses and distributors both large and small. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including a choice of several health plans, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and 64 hours of annual holiday pay. The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. Taylor Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Taylor Corporation including all partners and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.