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8740 Saddle Stitcher Operator Assistant

M740
Field of application Saddle stitcher operator helpers work in the finishing department of a printing or bookbinding facility where they assist the automatic saddle stitcher operator.
Other job titles No other job title

824001 - Assist the operator in preparing the saddle stitcher 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Compliance with quality standards
  • staying within the limits of the occupation
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Careful handling of equipment
  • Close collaboration with team members
  • Concern for company profitability

Tasks

  • Receive instructions from the operator.
  • At the operator’s request, ensure the supply of printed sheets, packaging film, boxes, etc.
  • At the operator’s request, help install peripheral equipment (such as folding, cutting and labelling units).
  • At the operator’s request, carry out various adjustments to the conveyor belt.
  • At the operator’s request, carry out various adjustments on the feeders. Optional task or competency
  • At the operator’s request, carry out various adjustments on the guillotine cutter. Optional task or competency
  • At the operator’s request, carry out various adjustments on the delivery unit.
  • Detect any problems and inform the operator.

824002 - Assist the operator in running the saddle stitcher 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Compliance with quality standards
  • staying within the limits of the occupation
  • Observance of production deadlines
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Close collaboration with team members
  • Appropriate stress management
  • Concern for company profitability

Tasks

  • Receive instructions from the operator.
  • Place the prints on the conveyor belt.
  • Stack the blocks as they come from the delivery unit and place them on a pallet.
  • Detect problems with the binding and immediately inform the operator.

526 - Package the printed products Optional task or competency 1

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Correct handling of products

Tasks

  • Count or weigh the products to ensure quantity control.
  • Place the printed products in boxes.
  • Stack the boxes on pallets.
  • Operate the packaging equipment.
  • Print the labels.
  • Affix the labels on the packages.
  • Fill out the administrative forms and send them to the appropriate department or person.

824003 - Assist the operator in maintaining the saddle stitcher 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of environmental laws and regulations
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Observance of manufacturer’s specifications
  • staying within the limits of the occupation
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Proper use of equipment and cleaning products
  • Cleanliness of equipment

Tasks

  • Clean the belts and the guillotine cutter knives.
  • Clean the feeders.
  • Clean the air filters.
  • Clean and lubricate the stitching heads and clinching blocks.
  • Lubricate the gathering chain.
  • Discard used knives.
  • When requested by the operator, carry out other maintenance work on the saddle stitcher.
  • Report any signs of breakage to the operator.

105 - Keep the workspace clean and orderly, in an industrial setting 1

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of environmental laws and regulations
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Observance of maintenance schedule
  • Compliance with the storage or warehousing plan
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Concern for using materials sparingly
  • Order and cleanliness

Tasks

  • Put away the parts or products in their designated areas.
  • Clean the tools and equipment.
  • Sort and put away all materials used.
  • Clean and sweep the work areas.
  • Salvage scrap materials for recycling and dispose of waste.
  • Report signs of breakage to the maintenance service or person in charge.

528 - Transport materials and printed products Optional task or competency 1

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Proper use of handling equipment

Tasks

  • Receive instructions from the person in charge.
  • Verify the condition of the handling equipment.
  • Place materials and printed products on a dolly, handcart or manual pallet truck, or lift them using an electric pallet truck.
  • Move the materials within the company.
  • Place the materials or printed products in the designated areas.
  • Detect any problems and inform the person in charge.
Info Optional competency or task. Competencies or tasks marked with this symbol are not required in all workplaces. They could be included in a student’s training plan if the practicum setting offers the opportunity for the student to apply them.