Bindery​/Finishing Operator

Company Overview

MBI Direct Mail + Digital is a full-service direct mail and digital marketing company specializing in high-quality, targeted mail campaigns. From data and printing to finishing and distribution, everything is handled in-house to deliver accurate, efficient, and reliable results for clients. Based in DeLand, Florida, MBI offers a team-focused, hands-on production environment where your work directly contributes to the final product and overall success of the business.

This is a stable industry with consistent work and a strong emphasis on doing things the right way.

• Team-focused environment with strong support on the production floor
• Stable, consistent work in a dependable industry
• Opportunities to learn and grow with hands-on training
• A workplace that values quality, reliability, and hard work
• Real opportunity to make a measurable impact on the business

MBI is seeking a detail-oriented Bindery/Finishing Operator to join our production team in DeLand, FL. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a structured environment and takes pride in precision, consistency, and high-quality work. You will be responsible for operating and maintaining bindery and finishing equipment, including UV coating, laminating, die-cutting, cutting, folding, gluing, and stitching. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to follow established processes, and a commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and meeting production deadlines.

• Set up, operate, and maintain finishing and bindery equipment, including UV coaters, laminators, die-cutting, cutting, folding, gluing, and stitching machines
• Read and interpret job tickets, work orders, and production schedules
• Monitor machine performance and material quality throughout production runs
• Perform quality checks to ensure products meet specifications and tolerances
• Troubleshoot equipment issues to minimize downtime and maintain efficiency
• Coordinate job flow in alignment with production schedules and priorities
• Prepare and stage materials for finishing and bindery processes
• Complete and maintain accurate production logs, material usage, and machine settings
• Perform routine maintenance and minor equipment repairs as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in compliance with company policies
• Collaborate with team members and other departments to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience in bindery, print production, or related field
• Knowledge of bindery equipment operation and procedures
• Ability to follow instructions and adhere to production specifications
• Familiarity with workplace safety regulations

Preferred (but not a must):

• Experience in a high-volume print or direct mail environment
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting and equipment maintenance skills
• Ability to read and interpret production schedules and work orders

Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

• Vacation days
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Supplemental insurance
• Retirement benefits

Location: In Office, Deland, FL 32720

Job Type: Full-Time