Bindery Apprentice

Bindery Apprentice

Nashville - Nashville, TN 37207

Level Entry Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Shift Education Level High School

Bindery Apprentice – Core

Job Duties:

• Assist in the setup and operation of bindery equipment including cutters, folders, stitchers, and related finishing devices
• Learn to read and follow job ticket instructions to ensure work is completed accurately to specifications
• Perform quality checks on finished materials to verify trim, fold, and stitch accuracy
• Support experienced bindery operators with make-ready, adjustments, and changeovers
• Stack, bundle, and move printed materials through the bindery workflow
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe bindery work area
• Troubleshoot basic mechanical or production issues and escalate when necessary
• Work collaboratively with press, bindery, and shipping teams to meet production deadlines
• Willingness to work overtime as needed to support production schedules

Qualifications / Requirements

• Mechanically inclined with the ability to learn and operate industrial bindery equipment
• Willingness to be trained on multiple bindery machines and finishing processes
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions from job tickets
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production-driven environment
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds, and regularly bend, twist, reach, and stand throughout the workday
• Reliable attendance with flexibility to work overtime as required
• Prior printing or bindery experience a plus, but not required (training provided)