Backgluer Feeder Small Equipment Operator

The Backgluer Feeder Operator is responsible for feeding book blocks into the feeder and aiding in the set up of that machine. The back gluer is used in book manufacturing to perform several processes, including nipping of the spine, end-sheet tipping, and back and side gluing, and lining. It is part of the hardcover book preparation system. The operator is responsible to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the equipment to produce a high-quality product to the prescribed quantity. Other responsibilities include making equipment adjustments as needed, troubleshooting basic machine performance and calling for additional maintenance resources as required. The operator will assist with Production Support tasks as needed.

The operator may also cross train on additional small equipment involved with the production and binding of customer products. Included in the definition of small equipment are:

Shift:

Early Week Nights - Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 6 pm to 6 am.

Benefits:  
Friesens Corporation offers a Comprehensive Benefits Package and Employee Ownership Trust distributions.  

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED/Mature Student Diploma


• Experience operating and using small tools


• Effective English use and comprehension


• Digital Literacy (Microsoft Office, keyboarding skills)


• Essential Math Skills (Metric and Imperial measurements, problem solving, conversion charts, etc)


• Effective use of production documents to accomplish job tasks


• Ability to detect, isolate and identify irregularities and malfunctions in machinery, equipment and product


• Demonstrated organization, prioritizing, time and stress management skills


• Able to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner


• Ability to operate and use small tools


• Continuous learning/improvement mindset


• Must be able to work in a team-oriented environment while demonstrating self-management capabilities


• Excellent manual dexterity


• Willingness to work overtime as needed


• Ability to work 12-hour shifts


• Must be willing to work at all Friesens facilities as needed


• Knowledge of workplace safety, safe lifting and handling procedures

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work and communicate effectively with the Encaser Backgluer Operator, Managers and co-workers


• Handle production assignments as directed by the Production Manager with attention to detail and productivity


• Understand the job requirements from information on the docket and related information and as communicated by the Production Manager


• Identify job components


• Aid in the set up of the machine to be used as per job requirements.


• Run samples checking for necessary adjustments


• Run job handling components appropriately


• Assist in performing maintenance as directed by the Production Manager or another small equipment operator


• Perform Production Support duties as assigned including but not limited to:




• Assisting the Encaser, Perfect Binder, Multiplex, Saddle Stitcher and Shrink Wrapper Operators with feeding book blocks, filling pockets, inspecting product, filling cartons, stacking cartons onto skids, labelling product


• Working in Specialty including cerluxing, wiro & spiral binding, tipping pages, hand collating, etc.




• Move book components as needed using floor jacks or other devices


• Practice Friesens safety procedures for equipment and plant situations


• Other duties as assigned

Applications will be accepted until 4 pm on September 9, 2026, or until a qualified candidate has been selected.