Bindery, Digital and Finishing Specialist/ Operator

About the role

Alphagraphics is an industry leading printing company in Carrollton, TX, setting the standard for service and quality nationwide. We are seeking a high‑energy, positive‑attitude individual with integrity and a strong work ethic to join our team as a Bindery and Finishing Specialist. The specialist must be expert in running and maintaining Duplo bookmakers and digital presses (preferably Xerox), working under the direction of the Bindery or Center Manager in a digital print/bindery production environment to deliver high‑quality finished products that meet order specifications and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Attends daily production meetings
• Schedules jobs
• Able to excel efficiently and effectively in a fast‑paced environment
• Checks due dates for all orders
• Informs Production Manager of any due date problems
• Ensures order accuracy
• Tests cut on a sample before cutting entire job
• Completes Quality Assurance for each job
• Checks orders for quality and completeness before packaging and returning to customers
• Orders bindery supplies as needed
• Operates equipment safely and in accordance with equipment instructions
• Cleans and organizes the bindery area throughout the day
• Notifies the Owner/General Manager of equipment needing service
• Must conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times
• Must have a positive, can‑do attitude with willingness to find solutions for projects
• Ongoing (as needed) restocks bindery department
• Attends weekly redo meetings to go over procedure and policies
• Accurately counts bindery inventory on the last day of the month
• Runs digital presses in shift or as backup (Xerox presses)
• Maintains cleanliness under equipment and carts
• Helps train employees on bindery equipment
• Assists other departments or completes special jobs as required

Requirements

• 6+ years prior bindery experience expected
• Expert running Duplo or equivalent book maker and several other bindery equipment
• Experience running digital presses
• Ability to communicate effectively with all personnel
• Experience with table top folders, collators, booklet makers, cutter, drill, stitcher and book‑binding equipment
• Computer proficiency and knowledge of analog & computerized bindery equipment (cutting, folding, saddle stitching, laminating, UV coating, folding and gluing)
• Proficient with PrintSmith job tracking software (strongly preferred)
• Good eye for detail and above‑average mechanical skills
• Accountability and initiative expected, with a “can‑do” approach
• Excellent attendance and punctuality required
• Authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance