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Location Pewaukee, Wisconsin Job Category Manufacturing Business Unit (brand) Quad Date posted 01/05/2026
Job ID 40245
As a global marketing experience company, Quad’s goal is to help our clients win every day. We use our data-driven integrated marketing and manufacturing platform to streamline solutions for our clients, reduce friction and enhance their marketing spend effectiveness. We’ve built a rich legacy by believing in our people, allowing them to act like owners and to take charge of their own success. Whether an operator, sales rep, a graphic artist or a clinician, we’re all driven to perform at our best— for ourselves and our clients. At our core, we’re a company that believes we can always create a better way.
•Setup and operate various bindery equipment which may include cutting, folding, scoring, stitching, and gluing equipment by Company policies and procedures.
•Observe and monitor machine operations to determine whether adjustments are needed. Perform routine adjustments as well as perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting of assigned equipment during shift
•Check order documentation, verify accuracy, and communicate order information and additional instructions to support staff to prepare for order production.
•Establish the most efficient manner to run the products through assigned machine to produce the expected quality and quantity. Make ready for production by setting up machine components to create products in line with customer specifications.
Qualifications
•Previous Finishing Operator experience with inserters or folders including the ability to set up and operate bindery equipment is required
•A strong mechanical aptitude is required
•The ability to bend and lift 10-15 pounds continuously, ability to lift to 70 pounds occasionally, stand for long hours, use hands and wrists continuously in controlled movement
•Receive and follow instructions and use vision to identify defects
•Perform repetitious tasks in a fast-paced atmosphere with or without a reasonable accommodation is necessary.
•Excellent communication skills, including good verbal and written comprehension is required.
•The ability to perform basic math calculations is essential.
Available Flexible Work Schedules that fit your lifestyle and needs:
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Quad in Pewaukee is seeking Skilled Finishing Machine Operators responsible for the set up and operation of finishing equipment (including inserters, folders, flat cutters, dabbers, and offline mailers). Quad relies on the Finishing Operator to help ensure that all finished products meet or exceed our customers’ expectations and to help in reducing the cost of errors through consistent work quality. In addition, the individual selected for this role will be expected to lead by example by holding employees accountable for Quad's safety initiatives.
Responsibilities Also Include:
•Setup and operate various bindery equipment which may include cutting, folding, scoring, stitching, and gluing equipment by Company policies and procedures.
•Observe and monitor machine operations to determine whether adjustments are needed. Perform routine adjustments as well as perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting of assigned equipment during shift
•Check order documentation, verify accuracy, and communicate order information and additional instructions to support staff to prepare for order production.
•Establish the most efficient manner to run the products through assigned machine to produce the expected quality and quantity. Make ready for production by setting up machine components to create products in line with customer specifications.
Qualifications
Successful candidates must meet the following requirements:
•Previous Finishing Operator experience with inserters or folders including the ability to set up and operate bindery equipment is required
•A strong mechanical aptitude is required
•The ability to bend and lift 10-15 pounds continuously, ability to lift to 70 pounds occasionally, stand for long hours, use hands and wrists continuously in controlled movement
•Receive and follow instructions and use vision to identify defects
•Perform repetitious tasks in a fast-paced atmosphere with or without a reasonable accommodation is necessary.
•Excellent communication skills, including good verbal and written comprehension is required.
•The ability to perform basic math calculations is essential.
Available Flexible Work Schedules that fit your lifestyle and needs:
•12 hour shifts (7 p.m. - 7 a.m.) including nights, weekends, and holidays. working 3 - 4 days a week
The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We offer excellent benefits to eligible employees, including 401(k), holidays, vacations and more.
Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a place of belonging — a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.
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Quad recognizes that wellness is more than physical health. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits that empower employees to build healthy, balanced lives at work and at home. From physical and mental health, to financial, family, and community wellness, we provide benefits and programs that help support employees’ overall well-being.
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