Bindery Specialist

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Cutting: Confirm correct paper stock and cut to size per job specifications.
• Creasing: Crease materials at specified positions in preparation for folding, die cutting, stitching, or delivery.
• Folding: Fold and trim to final size per job specifications.
• Book Binding: Saddle stitch or perfect bind, then final trim and package finished product for storage or mailing per job requirements.
• Die Cutting: Die cut the printed piece to appropriate job specifications.
• Tabbing: Place mail tabs on mail‑related pieces.
• Documentation: Package final product, document, and print required delivery information per job specifications.
• Willingness to learn new systems and methods as they become available.
• Willingness to teach new employees on our practices.
• Other responsibilities as required.
• Strict adherence to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner.
• Work effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s Christian model and mission.

Qualifications and Credentials

• High School diploma or equivalent (required).
• Commercial print bindery experience is helpful but not required.

Abilities and Competencies

• Communication and comprehension: Ability to communicate verbally and in writing clearly and professionally; strong English language skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent technology skills.
• Problem solving: Ability to reason, analyze information, and apply judgment to routine and complex problems.
• Physical and sensory abilities: Regularly required to hear, speak, stand, walk, handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop; ability to read a ruler and use fractions; regularly lift 70 lb or fewer.

Working Conditions

• Work environment: Climate‑controlled production setting, well lit, high noise level; ear protection strongly recommended.
• Driving requirements: May be required to travel using personal or LU vehicle; must have a valid driver’s license, acceptable DMV record, LU Driving Approval, and liability insurance.

Time Type: Full time | Location: Onsite

Pay Range

$16.83 – $21.63 per hour

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.