Company
Bindery Operator, Lanham MD
BinderyOperator
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“Bindery Operator. Skills: Bindery equipment operation, Quality control, Efficiency, Safety. Set up, operate, and maintain bindery equipment. Read and interpret job tickets and work orders”
What You'll Achieve.
producing high-quality finished products; maintaining efficiency; maintaining safety standards; ensure jobs are completed accurately to customer specifications; ensure consistency and accuracy; minimize downtime; reducing waste; maximizing efficiency
Industry & Context.
troubleshooting abilities; Troubleshoot equipment and production issues
Ability to stand for extended periods of time, Ability to lift, bend, stoop, and move paper stock or materials throughout the shift
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities, Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment, Reliable transportation and attendance record, Positive attitude and work ethic, Ability to stand for extended periods of time, Ability to lift, bend, stoop, and move paper stock or materials throughout the shift
Nice to Have
Previous bindery or print finishing experience, Leadership or supervisory experience is a plus, Experience within direct mail, commercial printing, or high-volume production environments, Familiarity with folders, cutters, stitchers, inserters, and mailing equipment, attention to detail and commitment to quality control
What You'll Do.
and maintain bindery equipment
Read and interpret job tickets and work orders
Monitor product quality throughout production runs
Perform routine machine maintenance and make minor adjustments or repairs
Troubleshoot equipment and production issues
Maintain production schedules while reducing waste and maximizing efficiency
Ensure all safety procedures and company policies are followed
Maintain a clean and organized work environment
Assist with training or supervising bindery staff
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Ability to work in a team-oriented environment; Assist with training or supervising bindery staff
Communication Scope
verbal and written communication skills
Full Job Description
## Description Location: 4600A Boston Way, Lanham, MD 20706 Salary: $22-$26 Shift: 2nd shift, 3rd shift Equipment: bindery ## Job Description Bindery Operator – Job Description A major full-service direct mail printing company is seeking experienced Bindery Operators to join their growing production team. This facility produces a wide range of direct mail products including continuous forms, letters and replies, buck slips, postcards, envelopes, newsletters, and other direct mail inserts. The ideal candidate will have experience operating bindery equipment in a fast-paced printing environment and take pride in producing high-quality finished products while maintaining efficiency and safety standards. Responsibilities Set up, operate, and maintain bindery equipment including cutters, folders, gluers, inserters, stitchers, trimmers, and other finishing equipment Read and interpret job tickets and work orders to ensure jobs are completed accurately to customer specifications Monitor product quality throughout production runs to ensure consistency and accuracy Perform routine machine maintenance and make minor adjustments or repairs as needed Troubleshoot equipment and production issues to minimize downtime Maintain production schedules while reducing waste and maximizing efficiency Ensure all safety procedures and company policies are followed at all times Maintain a clean and organized work environment Assist with training or supervising bindery staff when needed Qualifications Previous bindery or print finishing experience preferred Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment Leadership or supervisory experience is a plus Strong verbal and written communication skills Reliable transportation and strong attendance record Positive attitude and strong work ethic Ability to stand for extended periods of time Ability to lift, bend, stoop, and move paper stock or materials throughout the sh
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