Production Finishing and Bindery Operator

Company Overview

As an established leader in the Printing, Marketing, and Design industry, our mission is to partner with customers from local small businesses to Fortune 500 organizations and provide them with the tools and expertise needed to grow their businesses. Our tight-knit team, AlphaGraphics - US722, is actively seeking a Bindery Specialist to join us full-time. We are a small, passionate, and fast-paced team that is fully invested in the success of our company, and we value contributions from each team member. More than anything, we're looking for highly-collaborative and dependable teammates who are driven by the opportunity to contribute to the success of a local business.

About the Role

The Production Finishing Specialist is responsible for the finishing and completion of projects in the center. This role also sometimes includes the staging/preparation of completed jobs to be delivered or shipped to our client's final destination. The Production Finishing Specialist is primarily responsible for operating various machines and equipment to finish products that have been printed so they can be delivered.

Responsibilities

• Read work orders and take instructions on specifications for finishing of projects
• Operate finishing machine devices, such as cutters, folders, laminators, collators/stitchers, and other production finishing machines as available in the center to facilitate the final assembly of finished products
• Maintain records, such as daily production records, using specified forms
• Follow all quality control procedures as instructed by the owner or manager of the center
• Maintain order and cleanliness within the department
• Perform any other essential functions/duties that are needed to provide the highest quality customer service and product output

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in operating finishing equipment associated with the print, signage or associated industries
• Positive, professional attitude
• Strong work ethic
• Problem solving skills
• Cooperative interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work quickly and neatly while multi-tasking
• Basic math skills and ability to use a computer
• Ability to lift 50 lbs safely and work over a waist-high table
• Strong multi-tasking ability
• Effective communication skills (oral and written)
• Ability to follow instructions and prioritize workload
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Hard work, collaboration, humanity, fun, and laughter
• Career path development