Bindery Operator

Salary Range: 20 to 26 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-hour-wage)

Job Description

BINDERY OPERATOR

Location: Hanover, New Hampshire
Shift: Monday–Friday, 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.
Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week

COMPENSATION AND INCENTIVES

Competitive hourly pay

Overtime paid at time and a half after 40 hours

Additional 8% shift incentive for hours worked on second shift

$2,500 hiring bonus after 12 weeks

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking dependable, mechanically inclined individuals to join our bindery and finishing department. In this position, you will learn to set up, operate, and monitor high-speed bindery equipment used to produce books, catalogs, and other printed materials.

Previous bindery experience is preferred but not required. Training will be provided for candidates with machine operating experience, mechanical ability, and a strong willingness to learn.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Set up and operate bindery equipment, including cutters, folders, stitchers, and perfect binders

Monitor equipment throughout production and make necessary adjustments

Complete machine changeovers and basic setups

Read job instructions, production specifications, and measurements

Inspect finished products for accurate cuts, folds, binding, counts, and overall quality

Identify and troubleshoot minor equipment or production issues

Keep equipment and work areas clean, safe, and organized

Work with other team members to meet daily production and quality goals

Follow all company safety procedures and production standards

Maintain dependable attendance and arrive prepared for each scheduled shift

QUALIFICATIONS

Previous experience operating machinery in printing, manufacturing, warehousing, or a related environment is preferred

Bindery, finishing, or commercial printing experience is a plus

Experience setting up or adjusting production equipment is preferred

Mechanically inclined and comfortable using basic tools

Able to follow job instructions and work with basic measurements and decimals

Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work

Dependable, safety-conscious, and able to work effectively as part of a team

Willingness to learn multiple pieces of bindery and finishing equipment

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Ability to remain on your feet for most of the shift

Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment

Ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally

Ability to safely work around moving machinery and production equipment

BENEFITS

Medical, dental, and vision insurance available after 30 days

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Overtime opportunities

Employee referral bonuses and discounts

Personal protective equipment provided

Safety-shoe reimbursement

On-the-job training and opportunities for advancement

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work and wants to build a stable, long-term career in commercial printing and bindery operations.