Post Press Bindery Operator

Indiana Printing and Publishing Company, Inc. is currently hiring for a full time Post Press Bindery Operator!

Job Objective:

Sets up, operates, and maintains various bindery and finishing equipment to complete printed materials according to customer specifications and quality standards.

• Setup and Operation: Read job tickets to determine finishing specifications (cutting, folding, scoring, binding, etc.) and set up and operate post-press machinery, such as cutters, folders, stitchers, and binders.
• Quality Control: Inspect collated, stitched, or unbound product samples to ensure accuracy and overall print quality before, during, and after the finishing process.
• Finishing Tasks: Perform manual and machine‑assisted finishing tasks, which may include trimming edges and packaging.
• Maintenance: Perform routine preventative maintenance, cleaning, lubrication, and minor repairs on finishing and bindery equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Material Handling: Collect, package, and prepare completed printed materials for shipping or delivery.
• Coordination: Communicate and coordinate with press operators and shipping personnel to maintain a smooth workflow and meet production deadlines.
• Safety: Adhere to all safety protocols when operating machinery and handling materials.

• Proven experience operating bindery and finishing equipment in a commercial printing environment preferred but not required. We will train the right candidate.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills for equipment issues.
• Excellent attention to detail for quality assurance.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and technical instructions.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds, push, pull, bend and stoop.
• Be a team player.
• Be punctual.

Must be able to pass a background check.

Hours 8:00am - 4:00pm, Monday - Friday with weekends as needed.

Rate of pay $15.00 - $17.00, depending on prior experience.

Candidates must apply through this ad posting.

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