Bindery Operator

Job Posting

Benefits/Perks:

• Initial and ongoing training
• Competitive compensation
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Indoor and comfortable working environment

Company Overview: A locally owned and nationally recognized Printing, Signage, and Marketing Services company in Whittier is looking for an experienced Bindery Operator.

We have a fast-paced, creative, and flexible work environment that empowers our employees to contribute and work independently with a solid team of experienced professionals.

We work with a dynamic and exciting client base ranging from Financial Printing, Book Publishing, Marketing Services, etc. With the tools and technologies provided, we focus on putting our energy toward creating a remarkably unparalleled experience for each and every customer.

This is where our Production Team comes in!

Job Summary:

You will be responsible for setting up and operating equipment as well as assisting in other tasks to do with mail production.

Our Bindery Operator works closely with customers and our sales team, providing support with the goal of increasing sales and customer satisfaction.

Responsibility Overview:

• Perform bindery function as noted on work orders/job tickets. This may include: folding, cutting, padding, numbering, GBC punching, spiral or coil binding, collating, scoring, perforating, drilling, stitching or stapling, laminating and wrapping.
• Establish priorities by dates on work orders/job tickets and when necessary, priorities set by management.
• Package jobs, complete job tickets/work orders and delivery receipts as necessary, and place them in designated areas.
• Collect, package and prepare completed output and deliverables according to high quality standards and ensure they meet customer requirements.
• Keep equipment clean, lubricated, and operable.
• Order supplies required using proper procedures.

Skills We Are Looking For:

• Minimum of one year in a production-type workplace.
• A willingness to be proactive and take action.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written).
• Team player that can work with others to deliver a project on time.

Job Requirements:

• Reject poor quality or incorrect jobs and notify management.
• Extensive knowledge in the setup, adjustments and operations of a variety of bindery equipment (i.e. Perfect Binder, Stitch Liner, etc.)
• Monitor quality, output and productivity and perform other duties assigned.
• Ability to read and interpret written work, maintain accuracy with instructions provided.
• Extensive knowledge of bindery machines to create a finished product.
• Thorough knowledge of the setup, adjustment, capabilities and limitations of equipment including binding, folding, collating, and cutting of a finished product.
• Ability to use the tools and devices necessary to adjust and maintain accuracy and operating conditions of the bindery machines.
• Knowledge in basic mathematics including decimals, and metric units.
• Knowledge of different paper weights, sizes, and kinds to be able to identify paper conditions that could have a negative effect on the bindery process.

Compensation: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

We are one of the nation's leading communications businesses backed by 50 years of professional experience and extraordinary growth. While technology plays a pivotal role in our industry, from print, signs and marketing to online ordering portals and more, we believe a rewarding career is shaped by people, purpose and passion.

If you dream of being part of an organization with a great heritage, progressive leadership and cutting-edge technology, discover the world that is Sir Speedy and its independent franchisees. Sir Speedy is a leading industry provider of printing, signs and marketing services, but we're less corporate culture and more close-knit family. We collaborate on ideas and dreams. Push boundaries. Solve challenges. Look out for one another. And yes, we work hardand play harder. It's part of our DNA.

With several career paths to choose from sales, marketing, design, production, operations no matter the role you choose, you'll be working in an organization that cares about you. At Sir Speedy you can make a difference.