Bindery Production Operator Night Shift

At District Photo, our employees are the heart of our company. We are seeking a Bindery Production Operator in our Phoenix factory.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Bindery and Digital Press Machine Operator to operate and maintain specialized printing machinery. The ideal candidate will have a strong background and be able to troubleshoot and perform routine maintenance while adhering to all safety rules and regulations to produce a superior product.

• Adaptable team member capable of operating and maintaining a range of equipment.
• Upholds quality standards by reviewing product for inconsistencies or abnormal appearance.
• Reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
• Sets stops or guides to specific lengths as indicated by scale, rule, or templates.
• Observes machine operation to detect product defects or machine malfunctions and escalates issues to appropriate personnel when required.
• Performs routine and preventive machine maintenance and documents accordingly.
• Trains new operators with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their roles and contribute to the overall success of the organization.
• Assists other operators to set up machines and any other necessary tasks to adhere to deadlines and completion of product.
• Follows safety protocols and maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Maintains a high level of accuracy and efficiency in all aspects of work assignments.

• Familiarity with Digital Print Press and Bindery equipment such as HP Indigo, Canon, Muller Martini (Vareo, Bindery BA513 and DA260).
• Ability to perform basic troubleshooting and diagnosis.
• Knowledge of 6S.

401K, paid vacation, paid holidays, sick and safe leave, life insurance, medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability benefits.

Our success is powered by our people and client satisfaction ratings. Our culture allows employees to be engaged, empowered, and rewarded. We are a diverse and inclusive company that seeks to expand our brand by hiring collaborative individuals who think outside of the box. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees and visitors. Check us out:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience operating specialized print press machinery.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills.
• Must be fluent in English, with strong reading and writing skills to interpret technical documents, job specifications, complete reports, and communicate effectively with team members.
• Familiarity with safety standards, 6S and quality control procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must have a flexible schedule during high production peak seasons.

• While performing the duties of this job the employee will be required to frequently stand on their feet for extended periods of time.
• Must have the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

Founded in 1949 by Melvin Cohen as a small black & white photo lab, the business grew over the last half of the 20th century into a large wholesale photofinishing lab serving mid‑Atlantic retailers and a national mail‑order film business. In the late 1990's under Neil Cohen’s leadership, DPI acquired a photo business in the UK and has transitioned from a mid‑Atlantic film developing lab to multiple state‑of‑the‑art digital labs shipping millions of photos worldwide every day.

Today, District is one of the largest variable data printing companies in the world with facilities across the United States, England, the Czech Republic, and Australia, delivering millions of prints, greeting cards, books, calendars, blankets, mugs, and other gift items yearly.