Machine Operator

Job Information :

Job Title : Finishing / Bindery Department Lead

Positions Required : TBD

Non-Public) Job Description :

Tahoma Print & Manufacturing is a manufacturing and printing company in Fife, WA. The Finishing / Bindery Department Lead will oversee daily finishing operations, operate and troubleshoot production equipment, coordinate workflow, train employees, and ensure products meet quality standards and customer specifications.

Public Job Title : Finishing / Bindery Department Lead

Description for POSITION :

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot finishing equipment, including cutters, CNC routers, laminators, and other production machinery.
• Lead and support department employees, coordinate work orders, and help keep production on schedule.
• Ensure finished products meet quality standards while maintaining a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.

Details for POSITION :

• Pay : $28-$32HR
• Full-time position
• Leadership role with hands-on equipment operation and production responsibilities

Schedule :

• Monday–Friday

Shift Hours :

• 6 : 00 AM – 2 : 30 PM
• Regular daily overtime, typically 15–30 minutes and often up to 1 hour
• Saturdays are rare; Sundays are generally avoided

Requirements for POSITION :

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of experience operating industrial finishing, cutting, routing, or comparable manufacturing equipment.
• Previous experience leading, training, supervising, or coordinating employees in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to independently set up, operate, and troubleshoot mechanical or computer-controlled production equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and technical drawings.
• Mechanical aptitude, strong attention to detail, and good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Flexibility to work overtime or adjusted schedules as business needs require.