Bindery Operator 2nd and 3rd shifts

Bindery Operators are responsible for operating equipment such as stitcher/trimmers, cutters, folders, mailers, shrink wrappers and collators to process or finish printed products. These positions vary by the specific equipment and training required.

Responsibilities

• Binds sheets of paper or signatures into complete saddle‑stitched and trimmed booklets by operating an automated bindery finishing machine.
• Jogs and cuts paper and board stock to required sizes for printing and trims finished products using a cutter.
• Folds sheets of paper into folders or signatures, finished or unfinished, using a folding machine.
• Operates small binding machines and drills or performs manual binding operations including tabber, laminator, or collator.
• Reads and understands the job ticket, layout sheet, artwork and other specifications before beginning the assigned job; asks questions or reports problems as needed.
• Sets up, operates, and maintains all pieces of equipment that comprise the various binding and finishing processes in a full‑service bindery operation.
• Ensures good housekeeping practices to maintain a clean, healthful, and safe work area around the binding equipment for employees and customers.
• Records the quantity of good sheets or product finished on the back of the job ticket.
• Records the amount and type of materials used on the job on the time sheet.
• Operates a manual and battery‑operated lift jack.
• Maintains quality control at a level that meets or exceeds the demands of each job.
• Pulls and labels run samples with tags and marks.
• Participates in and/or supports formal quality programs such as Statistical Process Control (SPC) or Total Quality Management (TQM), as requested.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• 3 – 5+ years of experience as a binder operator.
• Full comprehension of work instructions and business memos.
• Effective communication skills with all levels within the organization.
• Ability to use basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, measurements) and critical thinking to solve practical problems.
• Ability to interpret instructions presented in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Capability to work effectively in stressful situations and meet stringent deadlines.
• Organized; able to plan, prioritize, and follow through on projects with minimal supervision.
• Basic computer skills.
• Self‑motivated, reliable, quality‑ and safety‑oriented.
• Hours may vary depending on departmental staffing needs.
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the ADA.

Physical Requirements

• Use proper body mechanics for pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling, and bending.
• Push/pull and lift up to 50 lb.
• Fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity, and coordination.
• Near visual acuity.
• Work around and operate departmental equipment.
• Access and navigate each department in the facility.
• Maintain professional conduct under stressful circumstances.

Work Environment

A production employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts.