Bindery Production Operator Night Shift

Bindery Production Operator – Night Shift

District Photo Inc. — Phoenix, Arizona

At District Photo, we seek a Bindery Production Operator in our Phoenix factory. The operator will run and maintain bindery and digital press equipment, troubleshoot, and perform routine maintenance while following safety policies to produce a quality product.

• Operate and maintain a range of bindery and printing equipment; adapt as needed to meet production goals.
• Uphold quality standards by reviewing products for inconsistencies or abnormal appearance.
• Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
• Set stops or guides to specific lengths as indicated by scale, rule, or templates.
• Monitor machine operation to detect defects or malfunctions and escalate issues to appropriate personnel when required.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance and document activities accordingly.
• Train new operators with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their roles.
• Assist other operators to set up machines and perform tasks to meet deadlines and complete products.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and efficiency in all tasks.

• 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 diagnoses.
• 6S experience.

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

• 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.

• Stand for extended periods and be able to lift/move up to 50 lbs.

Founded in 1949 by Melvin Cohen as a small black & white photo lab, District Photo grew into a large wholesale photofinishing operation. Today, District Photo is a leading variable data printing company with a global reach and multiple state-of-the-art digital labs.