Digital Press and Bindery Operator

Digital Press and Bindery Operator

House of Print and Thread is a leading provider of high-quality digital printing and binding services. Located in the heart of Beltsville, MD, we specialize in producing a wide range of printed materials, from brochures and business cards to books and customized marketing collateral. Our state-of-the-art digital press technology, combined with the latest binding equipment, ensures that we deliver exceptional products that meet the diverse needs of our clients.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Digital Press and Binding Operator to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating and maintaining our digital printing presses and binding equipment, ensuring the production of high-quality printed materials. This role requires a keen eye for detail, technical proficiency, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality.

Duties Include

• Set up, operate and maintain digital printing, special bindery finishing and mail equipment, ensuring maximum quality and accuracy of finished product with the general direction.

• Ensure that the digital printing and special bindering finishing quality of all work produced meets internal and customer standards.

• Load and unload print materials, ensuring proper alignment and color accuracy.

• Monitor digital printing and binding jobs for quality and consistency, making adjustments as necessary.

• Operate binding equipment, including perfect binders, saddle stitchers, and folders.

• Perform various binding techniques according to job specifications.

• Inspect finished products for quality and accuracy, making necessary adjustments to ensure high standards.

Basic Requirements / Qualifications

• Prior digital printing, bindery and mailing services experience is a plus, however if you've got the skills and experience we are looking for we will train the right person.

• Stand and walk for extended periods of time.

• Be able to lift 65 pounds.

• Proven record of focusing on quality and attention to the details.

• Positive personality, can do attitude.

• Good problem-solving skills.

• Excellent verbal communication skills, although this role is primarily supporting back-office operations.

• Good with paperwork.

• Self-motivated, well organized and detail oriented.

• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality with sensitive information.

• Must be a team player with excellent follow up and customer service skills.

• Experience with Canon and Ricoh digital presses, Horizon Duplo, Morgana, Graphic Wizard bindery equipment is preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to work quickly, neatly, while multitasking.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

• 40 hours per week with overtime as needed including some weekend work.

• Shop opens: 7:00am - 7:00pm, flexible hours.

What we offer

• Full-time employment at a solid, stable, growing company with a stellar 30+ year reputation.

• Positive, friendly, and respectful work environment.

• Opportunity to work at a company where individuals are recognized and contribute significantly and directly to our success.

• Compensation based on experience/work history.

• Paid Vacation Leave - 5 working days after 90 days of employment

• Paid Sick Leave - 5 working days after 90 days of employment

• Paid Holidays - Major holidays 7 per year

• Must be authorized to work in the United States and successfully pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation.

$17 - $25 per hour - based on experience.