Bindery Operator - Printing 3rd Shift

Bindery Operator

Bittely Operators perform set‑up, adjustment and safe operation of cutting equipment, and prepare products for packing, collating or binding, ensuring that all items produced meet customer specifications. Bindery Operators operate equipment such as stitchers/trimmers, cutters, folders, mailers, shrink wrappers, and collators to process or finish printed products. These positions are distinguished primarily by the differences in equipment and the training required for each.

Schedule: 3rd Shift, Monday – Friday, 11 PM – 7 AM (must be able to work this schedule).

• Binds sheets of paper or signatures into complete saddle‑stitched and trimmed booklets by operating an automated bindery finishing machine.
• Jogs and cuts paper and board stock to required sizes for printing and cuts and trims finished products using a cutter.
• Folds sheets of paper into folders or signatures, finished or unfinished, using a folding machine.
• Operates small binding machines and drills or performs manual binding operations including tabber, laminator, or collator.
• Reads and understands the job ticket, layout sheet, artwork, and other specifications before beginning the assigned job; asks questions or reports problems regarding the assigned job.
• Sets up, operates and maintains all pieces of equipment which make up a part of the various binding and finishing equipment in a full-service bindery operation.
• Ensures good housekeeping practices are followed to maintain a clean, healthful and safe work area around the binding equipment for employees and customers.
• Records the quantity of good sheets or product finished on the back of the job ticket.
• Records the amount and type of materials used on the job on the time sheet.
• Operates a manual and battery‑operated lift jack.
• Maintains quality control at a level that meets or exceeds the demands of the individual jobs.
• Pulls and labels run samples with tags and marks.
• Participates in and/or supports any formal quality programs such as Statistical Process Control (SPC) or Total Quality Management (TQM), as requested.
• All other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In keeping with Mittera’s philosophy that each individual should be encouraged to reach his or her full potential, and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations or modifications will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Hours may vary depending on departmental staffing needs.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• 3–5+ years of experience as a binder operator.
• Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos.
• Effective communication skills with all levels within the organization.
• Ability to use basic math skills, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, measurements, and critical thinking, to solve practical problems.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Must have the ability to work effectively in stressful situations and meet stringent deadlines.
• Be organized and able to plan, prioritise and follow through on projects assigned with minimal supervision.
• Has basic computer skills.
• Must be self‑motivated, reliable, quality‑oriented, and safety‑oriented.

• Requires use of proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling, and bending.
• Pushing/pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Requires fine‑motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity and coordination.
• Requires near visual acuity.
• Requires working around and operating departmental equipment.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department in the facility.
• Requires the ability to function in a professional manner under stressful circumstances.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles.…