Folding Operator​/Bindery Operator - Back Half

Folding Operator / Bindery Operator 2 - Back Half Days

Hagerstown, MD, USA

Posted Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 5:00 AM | Expires Friday, January 16, 2026 at 4:59 AM

Phoenix Color® is a premier full-service, full-color printer with over 40 years of superior print experience. Drawing on a broad spectrum of materials and decorative technologies, Phoenix Color® produces memorable, value-added components, heavily-illustrated books and specialty commercial products.

Phoenix Color® has been servicing the publishing industry within the United States since 1979 and has formed lasting relationships with some of the biggest names in book publishing.

As a domestic manufacturer, we offer extensive, in-house digital pre-press capabilities and our technologically advanced UV printing platform supports an array of printing and finishing options. Our innovative special effects include foil stamping, UV embellishments and laminations, as well as our trademarked products Litho Foil®, Metal Tone™, Look of Leather™ and Vibra Color™.

Phoenix Color’s® progressive innovation and commitment to quality will give your product the optimum eye-catching edge required in today’s competitive marketplace.

Phoenix Color

Job Title:

Folding Machine Operator

Lakeside

Job Title:

Bindery Operator 2

Starting Pay Rage: $22.55 - 23.63/hr (+$1.00/hr Night Shift Differential)

Grade Pay Range: $22.55 - 28.78/hr (+$1.00/hr Night Shift Differential)

Based on experience.

Potential performance based pay increases at 3 months, 6 months, and during merit review.

Comprehensive Benefits :
Medical (family coverage included!), Dental, Vision, 401k, and EAP.

Paid Time Off :
Two weeks of paid vacation.

$100 safety shoe reimbursement after 60 days

Company-provided tools & Phoenix Color T-shirts

On-the-job training + OSHA forklift certification (as needed)

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  Pay ahead of pay day

Culture & Fun :
Family Fun Day, food trucks, parades, employee events, and more!

Career Growth :
Opportunities to transfer and advance after six months.

Hours: 7:00am - 7:00pm

Schedule: Thursday - Saturday and every other Wednesday

Location: 18249 Phoenix Dr. Hagerstown, MD 21742

As a Folding / Bindery Operator 2, you will:

Interprets written instructions to operate Stahl folding machine; loading paper; and making ready the machine while following all safety and quality control standards.

Completes make ready’s and sets up folding machine for each run

Maintains a neat and organized work environment

Adheres to and promotes all safety policies and procedures

All other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand and walk for 10-12-hour shift, bend and reach for extended periods of time, and lift 30+ lbs

Able to work in varying conditions

May be exposed to controlled non-toxic chemical mists or vapors

Qualifications:

Two years’ bindery experience preferred

Ability to read and understand written instructions, read a ruler, and perform basic math

High levels of attention to detail

Mechanically inclined to fix minor machinery issues

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

What we offer:

• Clean and safe work environment
• Work-life balance
• Growth and promotion opportunities
• Great culture and co-workers

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Phoenix Color provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.