Bindery Operator

Salary: $18 to $25 per hour

Shift: 1st Shift, exact hours to be confirmed

Equipment: Commercial bindery and finishing equipment, including cutters, folders, laminators, stitchers, die cutters, and binding equipment.

Job Description

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Bindery Finishing Operator to join an established printing and point of purchase display manufacturing operation in Cincinnati, Ohio. This position is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining finishing equipment to produce high quality printed materials according to customer specifications.

The ideal candidate will have experience in commercial printing, bindery, or print finishing, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to maintain production quality and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain bindery and finishing equipment

• Perform cutting, folding, laminating, binding, and other finishing operations

• Review job tickets, work orders, and production specifications

• Inspect finished materials to ensure quality, accuracy, and customer requirements

• Perform machine adjustments and troubleshoot equipment issues

• Monitor production efficiency and minimize material waste

• Complete production records and job tracking documentation

• Perform routine equipment cleaning and preventive maintenance

• Coordinate with printing, production, and finishing departments

• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work environment

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED

• Minimum of 1 to 2 years of bindery, finishing, printing, packaging, or related manufacturing experience

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills

• Ability to read and interpret job tickets and production specifications

• Strong attention to detail and quality control

• Basic mathematical and computer skills

• Ability to work efficiently in a production environment

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating cutters, folders, die cutters, laminators, or saddle stitchers

• Experience with gluing, shrink wrapping, drilling, coil binding, or other finishing processes

• Knowledge of commercial printing and point of purchase display production

• Experience performing machine setups and routine maintenance

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods

• Ability to lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds

• Frequent bending, reaching, and handling of printed materials

• Ability to work safely around industrial finishing equipment

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k)

• Paid time off and holidays

• Life insurance

• Opportunities for advancement

• Potential stay bonus based on eligibility