BINDERY OPERATOR JOB DESCRIPTION

Setup precision is everything in commercial print finishing. A miscalibrated fold, an off-register cut, or a missed lockout/tagout step can reject an entire press run and delay shipment to catalog and publication clients. The Bindery Operator is the production specialist who prevents that outcome, owning machine setup, adjustment, and quality verification across folders, cutters, stitchers, and collators in a high-volume print manufacturing facility. OSHA-governed safety compliance and 5-S lean standards frame every shift.

As the Bindery Operator, you set up and operate a range of bindery finishing machines to convert printed sheets into complete, inspection-ready products for commercial publishing and direct mail clients, while maintaining production logs and quality records that support on-time shipment targets. You work within a bindery department alongside press operators and finishing crew, reporting to a bindery supervisor or team leader who tracks daily output against scheduled run quantities.

Career Impact: Hands-on mastery of multi-station bindery equipment, from saddle stitchers to perfect binders, builds the specialized mechanical fluency that distinguishes senior operators in commercial print manufacturing job markets.

Business Impact: Every finished book, catalog, and mailer that leaves the facility on time and within specification reflects directly on the output this operator produces, making the role the final quality gate before client delivery.

Growth Opportunity: Operators who demonstrate consistent dimensional accuracy and crew training ability move into lead operator and bindery supervisor roles, expanding both scope and compensation within the print manufacturing career path.

• Set up and adjust folders, cutters, stitchers, collators, and die-cutters according to run ticket specifications before each production run.
• Read and interpret job tickets to determine fold sequence, trim dimensions, stitch type, and paper stock requirements for each job.
• Monitor finished output continuously for correct pagination, fold accuracy, trim position, and overall print quality throughout each run.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, make mechanical adjustments using hand tools, and escalate unresolved issues to the supervisor promptly.
• Complete production logs, job ticket forms, and QC slips accurately at the end of each run to support scheduling and inventory records.
• Perform preventive maintenance on assigned machines according to the PM schedule, including cleaning, lubrication, and worn-part replacement.
• Enforce lockout/tagout, hearing protection, and hazardous waste handling procedures on every shift in compliance with OSHA requirements.
• Support the training and development of less experienced bindery employees during production runs and job changeovers.

• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent work experience.
• Three or more years of bindery equipment operation experience, with demonstrated competency across folders, cutters, and stitchers in a production environment.
• Working knowledge of paper stock machinability, including coated and uncoated stock behavior, moisture sensitivity, and curling characteristics.
• Ability to read and apply written job specifications, run tickets, and work orders that define machine operation sequence and dimensional tolerances.
• Ability to perform basic shop math including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, and unit conversions to meet dimensional requirements.
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and handle continuous material movement including feeding, jogging, rotating, and unloading stock.
• Working knowledge of OSHA safety requirements including lockout/tagout procedures, personal protective equipment use, and hazardous materials handling.

• Associate degree in print operations, communications technology, or a related manufacturing field.
• Five or more years of experience operating multi-station bindery equipment including perfect binders, power collators, and automatic folding units in high-volume commercial print environments.
• Familiarity with 5-S lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices applied to print finishing workflows.
• Experience directing a bindery crew through production runs and communicating job progress to shift supervisors.

• Run quantity accuracy rate, measuring how consistently completed output matches the scheduled job quantity.
• First-pass quality yield per run, reflecting how often finished product passes inspection without rework.
• Preventive maintenance completion rate against the PM schedule, showing adherence to equipment upkeep obligations.
• Time from job ticket receipt to machine ready, measuring setup efficiency across different job types.
• Safety incident count per quarter, tracking compliance with lockout/tagout and PPE requirements on the floor.
• Typical tools: Folding equipment (commonly MBO or standard commercial folders); cutting equipment (commonly Polar or programmable flatbed cutters); stitching equipment (commonly Muller Martini saddle stitchers).

• Base Salary Range: $38,000 to $58,000 per year depending on experience and facility size.
• Bonus: Shift differential pay common; production incentive bonuses at some facilities.
• Equity: Equity not typical for this role level.
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage standard at most employers.
• PTO: Two to three weeks paid time off per year, plus standard holidays.
• Common Perks: Overtime availability, safety gear provided, on-the-job equipment training programs.

Figures are estimates based on general US market benchmarks and may be outdated. Adjust based on location, company size, and seniority level.

Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants and employees with disabilities throughout the hiring process and on the job, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state law. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Employment offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

The Bindery Operator owns the full setup, adjustment, and operation of flatbed cutters, stitchers, and folders that process printed sheets into books, catalogs, manuals, and mailers for a high-volume printing team. The role delivers finished product quality by coordinating multi-station machines, enforcing safety protocols, and ensuring every run meets job specifications on schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Read, analyze, and interpret run tickets and understand job specifications.
• Set up, adjust, and operate flatbed cutter, stitcher, folder, and other bindery machines to process printed sheets into final product.
• Make needed adjustments to coordinate the multiple workstations on a single machine, as needed.
• Feed, stock, move, jog, arrange, unload, and rotate items on and off bindery and finishing equipment in accordance with operating instructions or under guidance of a bindery operator or supervisor.
• Identify and troubleshoot equipment issues, as needed.
• Monitor quality, output, and productivity, and assure quality of finished product.
• Inspect equipment for safety issues and perform routine maintenance according to PM schedule.
• Complete appropriate forms relating to job tickets, including stock description, quantity, unit of issue, and labeling requirements for incoming and outgoing materials.
• Keep area clean, organized, and safe, and support all 5-S and lean initiatives, as required.
• Communicate information positively and respond to questions from team members.
• Participate in regularly scheduled staff meetings and complete all required training programs for the assigned position.
• Adhere to and promote all safety policies and procedures including proper handling of hazardous waste, lockout/tagout rules, and hearing and eye protection policies.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalency required; Associates degree in print operations and communications or related field preferred.
• At least five years of experience operating flatbed cutter, stitcher, folder, and other various bindery equipment in a fast-paced, high-volume printing environment required.
• Prior folder, stitching, and cutting experience necessary to perform the full range of standard and specialized finishing operations of printed materials required.
• General knowledge of complex bindery machines including fully automatic binding machines, multiple station collators, and multiple folding units, either individually or combined.
• Knowledge of the quality and machining requirements of various coated and uncoated types of paper stock.
• Able to set up and operate bindery machines to perform the full range of standard and specialized finishing of printed materials to complete a combined finishing product.
• Able to read and interpret written work orders or job specifications containing bindery requirements that indicate the number and sequence of machine operations required to complete the work.
• Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, and calculate distances, clearances, and fits in combining machines.
• Able to feed, stock, move, jog, arrange, unload, and rotate items on and off bindery and finishing equipment in accordance with operating instructions.

Embedded within a high-output bindery department, the Bindery Operator 3 H0311 sets up and operates auxiliary binding machines with multiple cutting heads and control surfaces, including folders, cutters, collators, stitchers, drills, and binding/gluing machines, to produce complete finished print products. Working closely with crew members across all production stations, this role directs production, coordinates multi-station equipment, and ensures dimensional accuracy on every bindery run.

Core Functions

• Set up, adjust, and operate a variety of auxiliary binding machines containing several cutting heads, control surfaces, or other attachments including inkjet and mailing devices, case making and decorating equipment, folders, cutters, collators, stitchers, drills.
• Inspect equipment for safety issues and make needed adjustments to coordinate the multiple workstations on a single machine.
• Operate automatic adhesive binding machines that contain numerous interrelated process stations and perform such functions as vibrating, milling, roughening, gluing, covering, and delivering or stacking completed books, magazines, or catalogs.
• Direct crew through all aspects of production and monitor quality, output, and productivity.
• Adjust and maintain functional accuracy and operating conditions of bindery machines using the full range of standard and specialized tools and devices.
• Make difficult adjustments to powered machines using hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, punches, and knives as well as more specialized hand tools furnished by the machine manufacturer.
• Read and interpret written work indicating the number and sequence of machine operations required to complete the work and maintain dimensional accuracy in accordance with instructions provided.

Qualifications and Experience

• Thorough knowledge of the setup, adjustment, procedures, capabilities, and limitations of equipment to perform the full range of standard and specialized binding, folding, collating, and cutting of printed materials.
• Comprehensive knowledge of machinability of different paper weights, sizes, kinds, and colors, including ability to identify paper conditions such as excessive moisture or curling that requires additional machine adjustment.
• Thorough knowledge of limitations and capabilities of all machines used to accomplish unusual setups or machine combinations to produce unique or one-of-a-kind printed materials.
• Skill in operating complicated bindery equipment such as folders, cutters, collators, stitchers, drills, and binding/gluing machines.
• Familiarity with basic mathematics including decimals and metric units to understand dimensional requirements in job orders and to make more complicated adjustments.
• Ability to exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Ability to read and interpret written work indicating the number and sequence of machine operations required to complete the work.

Reporting to production management, the Bindery Operator operates and maintains folding and booklet bindery equipment, setting up collating machines per press run lists and monitoring finished copies for quality and accuracy throughout each run. Partnering with cross-functional teams, this role supports continuous improvement initiatives and ensures collated publications are correctly prepared and shipped, contributing to consistent output quality across the department.

Primary Duties

• Set up and operate equipment in accordance with management direction, job specifications, safe operating guidelines, and LPi processes to provide high quality printed publications.
• Turn on and set up collating machines according to the press run list, add or remove paper grids, and set for the size of paper, stitch type, trim, and fold for the job to be performed.
• Load uncollated copies into collating machine and feed tray while following specified page order so that each page is fed into a separate feed tray.
• Run single sets of copies to calibrate the job and operate the machine to collate publications following standard operating procedures.
• Check for correct information by continually monitoring finished copies for quality and accuracy.
• Troubleshoot and perform maintenance, including cleaning equipment, and maintain logs for production measures and history of equipment, parts, and repairs.
• Box, label, and prepare collated publications for shipping.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement and collaborate cross-functionally to further generate ideas and knowledge sharing.

Skills and Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous bindery or collating experience required.
• Knowledge of quality parameters for printed materials processed through collating area.
• Knowledge and skills related to continuous improvement including waste reduction, 5S, standardization, point-of-use storage, and quality at the source.
• Skills to set up, operate, and maintain collating equipment, and understanding of the flow of product and associated recordkeeping.
• Basic computer knowledge required.
• Strong attention to detail and strong mechanical aptitude.
• Must be able to speak and read English.

Sitting at the intersection of equipment operation and quality control, the Bindery Operator sets up and runs modern high-speed saddle stitch binders, loading preprinted roll stock and releasing jobs from a bind queue while performing pagination and trim checks throughout each production run. Operating within a manufacturing bindery environment, this role maintains daily production logs, handles finished product continuously, and resolves machine and job-related problems to keep output moving on schedule.

Duties

• Set up and make ready the saddle stitcher, load preprinted roll stock, select binder setup from bind queue, and confirm automated setup is correct before releasing jobs.
• Perform quality checks including correct pagination, final trim, and other items noted on job instructions.
• Monitor the quality of job output throughout production runs.
• Handle finished product constantly, including placing books in cartons and power packs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve machine and job-related problems as needed.
• Maintain daily production logs and complete all required documentation accurately.

Required Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of the setup, adjustment, procedures, capabilities, and limitations of equipment to perform the full range of standard and specialized binding, folding, collating, and cutting of printed materials.
• Thorough knowledge of machinability of different paper weights, sizes, types, and colors to identify paper conditions.
• Knowledge of limitations and capabilities of all machines used to accomplish unique setups or machine combinations to produce unique or one-of-a-kind printed materials.
• Skill in operating complicated bindery equipment such as folders, cutters, collators, stitchers, drills, and binding/gluing machines is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret written work indicating the number and sequence of machine operations required to complete the work and maintain dimensional accuracy.
• Ability to use math to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written manners.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment required.

A key member of the bindery team, the Bindery Operator sets up, runs, and finishes jobs on bindery equipment and prepares completed materials for shipping and delivery. Collaborating across production departments, this role verifies job jackets, checks folds and stitching against samples, and ensures shipping cartons are accurately labeled and packed to meet customer specifications.

Scope of Work

• Receive and organize stock and materials, and read job jacket to verify quantity, page count, and finishing processes needed to complete the job.
• Load machines with various materials and deliver completed project to next operation.
• Check folds, stitching, and cutting against sample to ensure everything is correct.
• Fill shipping cartons with the product and verify that quantity and product details on the shipping label match actual product in carton.
• Box or skid pack products and assist in performance of routine preventative maintenance as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to lift or move up to 50 lbs and stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, or crouch regularly.
• Attention to detail with quality checking on every job.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines daily.
• Ability to work 8-hour shifts and overtime as needed.

As the Bindery Operator, this role supports daily bindery production at the entry level by reporting to assigned machines, loading inserts correctly, and communicating with operators and supervisors to ensure quality and task completion on every shift. The bindery team relies on this work to maintain production continuity across 12-hour shifts, with reliable attendance and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions being essential to success.

Job Functions

• Report to the appropriate machine as scheduled and ensure all sections.
• Ensure that required materials for the job are being loaded correctly.
• Communicate with the operator during the running of the job and follow the supervisor's
• Follow operator instructions to ensure quality and proper completion of all tasks assigned.
• Perform other tasks as requested or required.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic computer skills required, and mechanically inclined is a plus.
• Ability to follow instructions, perform tasks.
• Understand written and mostly verbal instructions.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, with a normal shift of 12 hours per day, 3 to 4 days per week.

Bindery Operator delivers setup and operation of all bindery finishing equipment, including folders, cutters, imaging units, die cutters, and inserters, while maintaining quality assurance across variable data elements such as barcodes and postal integrity checks for a print production department. The work directly supports accurate coordination of paperwork, packaging, and labeling for every bindery job, and contributes to the training and development of less experienced operators across shifts.

Key Deliverables

• Performs machine setup and operation of all bindery finishing equipment including folders, cutters, imaging, die cutter, inserter, and auxiliary equipment, and utilizes multiple production and quality tracking systems within the department and division.
• Set up and operate all bindery finishing equipment to coincide with production and quality requirements, and maintain basic knowledge of all bindery processes and procedures.
• Ensure quality assurance on all products produced, including verification of all variable elements such as barcodes, variable images, and typographic content, as well as quality checks associated with postal requirements and integrity.
• Report any safety, production, quality, or equipment-related problems to the team leader and supervisor.
• Communicate day-to-day developments of all job-related information to co-workers, team leaders, support departments, and the oncoming shift.
• Maintain responsibility for coordination of all paperwork, packaging, inspecting, sorting, and labeling of all bindery jobs.
• Observe operation to detect machine malfunctions and make adjustments as required to maintain equipment in operating condition.
• Help with the development and training of less experienced bindery operators.
• Maintain good housekeeping and safe work conditions, and operate hand trucks to assist in the moving of product as needed.

Background and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Three to five years of related production experience with cutting, folding, die cutting, scoring, and related operations required.
• Knowledge of the VAX system and LXE locator system required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, and ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds, frequently with assistance.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and compute rate, ratio, and percent.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, job instructions, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to use spreadsheets and basic email to communicate and track all jobs in route to and from the bindery.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

The Bindery Operator builds production output for Action Printing's bindery department by operating insert machines and a broad range of equipment, including stitchers, conveyors, stackers, strappers, drills, address labelers, and fork trucks, while assisting with equipment repairs and preventive maintenance. Success in the position means completing OSHA safety training, maintaining a clean and safe work environment, and reporting hazards and operational concerns to production management without delay.

Areas of Ownership

• Perform verification of workstation resources and handle bindery control setup and operation.
• Operate bindery equipment including stitchers, conveyors, stackers, strappers, drills, bottom wrap machines, loaders, printers, address labelers, scales, pallet jacks, and fork trucks.
• Assist with directing activities during production and training of bindery employees.
• Assist with all equipment repairs, rebuilding, and replacement such as hopper replacement, and perform all standard preventive maintenance.
• Perform general packaging maintenance including equipment blowdown and packaging-related materials disposal.
• Work in a safe manner at all times, utilize required safety equipment, and maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Complete required annual OSHA safety training programs including lockout/tagout, hazardous communications, personal protective equipment, hearing conservation, blood borne pathogens, and forklift certification.
• Report any potential safety hazards, operational concerns, accidents, injuries, and near misses to production management immediately.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• High school diploma, GED equivalent, vocational training, or work-related experience required.
• Minimum one year of prior production, packaging, machine operation, or similar related experience preferred.
• Good mechanical aptitude and proven excellent time management skills working in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, and English language fluency in speaking, reading, and writing.
• Proven ability to work independently under deadline with a sense of urgency.

The Bindery Operator owns make-ready, folder operation, and post-run quality duties for a bindery team that interacts with sales staff, CSRs, and production personnel across the facility. The role delivers accurate, on-time finished product by reading job jackets, programming cutters, verifying stock tickets, and ensuring customer samples meet the highest quality standard before shipment.

Role Responsibilities

• Responsible for operation and maintenance of folders, packaging, labeling, and delivery of work to delivery area, and interacts with sales staff, CSRs, and other bindery personnel.
• Perform make-ready for jobs by reading job jacket for all information, making folder ready for each job, checking work against proof or dummy for position and correctness, and filling out bindery checklists for approval.
• Run jobs on folder by continuously checking work for position and quality, and packaging and labeling for shipping while identifying and separately packaging customer samples.
• Perform post-run duties including putting samples in the jackets, ensuring customer samples are the best quality, and notifying supervisors of any shortages.
• Move jobs to designated areas of delivery and perform machine maintenance to ensure machines are clean and functioning properly.
• Read instructions for each job's specifications, use computer in the cutter to program each job, and fill out bindery checklists for approval before moving paper to the appropriate area.
• Check stock tickets for run size, quantity, and type of paper, and cut blank paper as part of quality checks.

Professional Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of experience in operation of cutting and folder equipment preferred.
• General knowledge of folding machinery.
• Ability to understand general mechanical principles.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Good natural or corrected eyesight required.

Embedded within a commercial print shop production team, the Bindery Operator operates folders, cutters, stitchers, and die-cutters, setting up jobs to customer specifications and completing all required documentation and maintenance to keep equipment in good working order. Working closely with personnel across all departments, this role ensures jobs meet quality and quantity requirements, maintains an organized work area, and supports shipping logistics using UPS and FedEx software.

Accountabilities

• Operate bindery equipment including folders, cutters, stitchers, and die-cutters, and ensure the completion of jobs meeting quality and quantity requirements.
• Troubleshoot problems with equipment and make repairs as needed, and perform preventative maintenance to keep machines clean, safe, and in good working order.
• Read and understand detailed job tickets and set up jobs according to customer specifications.
• Complete and maintain proper documentation on projects and maintain an organized work area.
• Help in other production departments as needed.

Experience and Qualifications

• Prior bindery experience in the print industry required, and high school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior commercial print shop experience required.
• Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds on a regular basis, with frequent standing, walking, sitting, and bending throughout the shift.
• Ability to use computer, including UPS and FedEx shipping software is a plus.
• Good verbal and written communication skills to follow job instructions, and ability to communicate effectively with all personnel.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality required, and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Reporting to the shift supervisor, the Assistant Bindery Operator manages daily work schedules, quality control, and crew development while operating bindery equipment and troubleshooting jobs in real time to maintain the highest level of customer service. Partnering with general production employees and department leadership, this role administers operational policies, records production progress, and enforces safety regulations to keep output aligned with company and departmental goals.

Operational Focus

• Operate bindery equipment and machines, troubleshoot jobs while running, and perform machine preventive maintenance tasks.
• Train general production employees and assist in developing and administering department operational policies and procedures.
• Record production, update the schedule, and organize material during job changeovers.
• Manage production of the current job, communicate the job vision and expectations to the crew, and provide reports to the shift supervisor regarding crew performance and job progress.
• Adhere to and enforce all safety regulations, and follow department operational policies and standard operating procedures.
• Perform all other duties assigned and those necessary to achieve company and departmental goals.

Technical Qualifications

• Working knowledge of printing, finishing, mailing, and related processes required.
• Basic computer operation skills and good oral and written communication skills required.
• Excellent organizational and follow-through skills.
• Ability to carry out multi-task projects simultaneously.
• Must be able to work overtime as needed and work well with diverse groups or individuals.

Bindery Operator refines the setup and operation of MBO folders, Polar cutters, Muller Martini Stitchers, and hot melt glue equipment within a bindery department serving financial institutions, insurance providers, billers, and retailers nationwide. The work directly supports mission-critical client communications by performing quality checks, prioritizing deadline-driven work assignments, and assisting in cross-training across all equipment types.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Responsible for the setup and operation of machines within the Bindery Department that deliver mission-critical communications to financial institutions, health and property/casualty insurance providers, billers, retailers, travel and entertainment companies, and advertising agencies nationwide.
• Perform manual and assembly production tasks using MBO folders, large Polar cutters, hot melt glue, and Dick Moll pocket folders.
• Set up and run signatures and normal folding, and operate Muller Martini Stitcher.
• Perform quality checks and stage print production materials for pickup.
• Troubleshoot to resolve machine and job-related problems, and perform minor machine adjustments as required in response to equipment error messages.
• Prioritize work assignments based on deadlines and assist in the training of other employees while participating in cross-training.
• Understand, interpret, and abide by OSHA regulations.

Qualifications and Experience

• 5 or more years of bindery experience required, and high school diploma or equivalent required.
• 12 or more months of production experience in high-speed operation or similar required.
• Skill in operating MBO folders, Polar cutters, hot melt glue equipment, and Muller Martini Stitcher.
• Basic computer skills including data entry and PC navigation required.
• Ability to use basic math skills and proven ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language.
• Team player that works well with others and can also work independently.

As the Bindery Operator, this role operates roll-fed and cut-sheet folding equipment, organizing work by fold type, reading job tickets to confirm fold sizes and code numbers, and maintaining accuracy and sequential order throughout each run. The bindery team relies on this work to meet production requirements, with routine folder maintenance, completed QC slips, and safe equipment operation forming the foundation of every shift.

Work Activities

• Understand roll-fed and cut-sheet folding equipment and organize all work by date and type of fold.
• Read each job ticket thoroughly to understand which pieces need to fold, to what sizes, and make note of the various code numbers.
• Inspect materials provided for the job to ensure they are as specified on the job ticket and sample board and are not of sub-standard quality.
• Set up and operate bindery efficiently, maintaining accuracy and consistency throughout the run, and keep finished work in sequential order.
• Complete production log, job ticket, and QC slips after each run.
• Perform maintenance to folders routinely, including cleaning, checking for worn parts, replacement of parts, and lubrication.
• Keep work area clean and organized, and follow all established safety procedures.

Requirements

• Knowledge of folding machine operation and production requirements required.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to lift 30 to 50 lbs several times a day required.
• Fluency in English and knowledge of other languages.
• Able to be a real team player with positive vibes.

The Bindery Operator manages operation of Buam Stahl equipment, programmable cutting machines, folders, and sheet-fed folder machines, maintaining stock of folded materials and performing light maintenance to keep machines and the work area in clean operating condition. The role delivers consistent production output by meeting management quotas, ensuring safety guards are properly set before each run, and completing additional duties as assigned.

Performance Expectations

• Operate Buam Stahl equipment, programmable cutting machine, folder, and sheet-fed folder machines.
• Maintain stock of folded materials and perform light maintenance of bindery machinery.
• Maintain clean area and assist in clean-up of machines.
• Ensure equipment safety guards and switches are properly set before operating machines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Minimum Qualifications

• Quick hand and eye coordination and quality control awareness required.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of reliable, predictable attendance required.
• Must be able to meet minimum quotas set by management.
• Proficiency in English alongside multilingual capabilities.