1st Shift Bindery Supervisor

Shift: 1st shift, 7am-3pm

Pay Range: up to 80k

Equipment: folders, inserters, cutters, stitchers

Job Description

Flint, Michigan

1st Shift

We are seeking an experienced Bindery Supervisor / Lead Bindery Operator to lead daily operations within the bindery and finishing department. This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for machine setup, production efficiency, employee development, quality standards, and maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

The department consists of approximately 11 core team members
, with additional support brought in during peak production periods. The ideal candidate will combine strong bindery expertise with proven leadership experience and a commitment to continuous improvement.

• Supervise and coordinate day‑to‑day bindery operations on 1st shift.
• Lead, train, and develop bindery personnel while promoting teamwork and accountability.
• Perform advanced machine setups and provide troubleshooting support as needed.
• Monitor production schedules to ensure deadlines and quality standards are achieved.
• Maintain workflow efficiency and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and company policies.
• Manage staffing needs and support temporary or floating personnel during high‑volume periods.
• Communicate effectively with production, scheduling, and management teams.
• Maintain high standards for product quality and customer satisfaction.

• Minimum 5 years of leadership, training, or supervisory experience in a bindery or finishing environment preferred.
• Strong hands‑on knowledge of commercial printing and bindery operations.
• Ability to lead by example and work alongside the team when necessary.
• Experience with machine setup, troubleshooting, and production workflows.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to motivate employees and maintain a positive work culture.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• 1st shift schedule
• Lead an established team of approximately 11 employees
• Stable and growing commercial printing environment
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on production efficiency and team development
• Hands‑on leadership role with a company that values quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced bindery professional who enjoys developing people, improving processes, and leading a team in a fast‑paced commercial printing environment.

$70,000 - $80,000 a year