Bindery Operator, Cutter/Stitcher

Dollco Print Solutions Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollco Print Solutions Group is hiring a Bindery Operator, Cutter/Stitcher in Ottawa, Ontario. This full-time role requires setting up and operating guillotine cutters, high-speed folders, and saddle-stitching equipment, with programming of cutter dimensions and stitchers.

You will perform preventive maintenance and ensure quality through inspection and data recording. The ideal candidate brings secondary education, strong mechanical skills, and excellent attention to detail, along with clear

Qualifications

• Completion of secondary education or equivalent.
• Specialized production knowledge of paper cutting programs, fold layouts, signature collating, wire stitching, and three-knife trimmers.
• Strong mechanical skills to set up folder plates/rollers, program paper cutters, and fine-tune stitching heads.
• Excellent attention to detail on squareness, trim dimensions, stitch placement, and fold registration.
• Clear communication to collaborate with team members during shift changes.
• Ability to read and follow instructions with minimal supervision.
• Proven ability to excel in a high-speed production facility.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate precision guillotine paper cutters, high-speed folders, and saddle-stitching equipment according to project specifications.
• Program cutter dimensions and adjust stitcher feeder pockets, caliper controls, wire stitch heads, and inline trimmers.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance, including knife changes on cutters/trimmers and cleaning/lubricating folders and stitchers.
• Inspect materials for defects, verify cutting squareness, fold registration, and wire stitch accuracy.
• Accurately record production data, run quantities, waste, and job completion metrics.
• Adhere to health and safety protocols and keep work areas safe and debris-free.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Reading instructions

Education

Secondary education or equivalent

Tools

Paper cutting programs

Fold layouts

Signature collating

Wire stitching

Three-knife trimmers

Job description

Dollco Print Solutions Group has been a market leader in Magazine and Catalogue Printing for over 100 years. We continue to lead in the Print industry by providing the highest quality, creative solutions, and on-time service. At Dollco Print Solutions Group, we are proud of our committed, driven, and loyal team that focuses on building customer relationships and delivering excellent customer service.

DRMG (Direct Response Media Group) is Canada's leading Direct Mail company, specializing in Targeted Direct Mail Campaigns that have helped businesses of all sizes boost sales and brand recognition for more than 20 years. As a Canada Post Expert Partner and their largest shared mail customer, we deliver a wide range of neighbourhood mail, including our widely recognized Money Saver brand, to over 175 million homes annually.

DRMG is a fun, family-focused, and entrepreneurial company where every person supports the overall success of the organization. Your work matters here, and we seek people who communicate well, build great relationships, and thrive in our complex and fast-paced environment.

OUR PURPOSE

Our purpose is to contribute to the success of our clients through continuous improvementand innovative solutions. Helping Canadians save, businesses grow, and neighbourhoodsthrive!

OUR CORE VALUES

• We Are Customer Driven
• We Are Always Respectful
• We Believe in Team Safety and Well Being
• We Strive for Excellence in Everything We Do
• We Act with Integrity
• We Treat People Right
• The Team Is The Heart Of Everything
• We Know How To Have A Good Time
• We Are In This To Win!
• We Contribute To Our Communities

SUMMARY

We are hiring a Bindery Operator, Cutter/Stitcher, to join our Bindery team. This role will be a full-time, permanent position working out of our production facility in Ottawa, Ontario. We are looking for someone who is dedicated to team safety and well being, being respectful, and acting with integrity.We strive for excellence in everything we do!The ideal candidate will have experience in set-up, operation, and troubleshooting of precision guillotine cutters, high-speed folders, and saddle-stitching equipment (including cutting programs, fold layouts, and wire-stitching), and will align with our core values and company culture.

AS A BINDERY OPERATOR, CUTTER/STITCHER, YOU WILL MAKE YOUR IMPACT BY:

• Setting up and operating precision guillotine paper cutters, high-speed folders, and saddle-stitching equipment according to project specifications.
• Programming cutter dimensions and adjusting stitcher feeder pockets, caliper controls, wire stitch heads, and inline trimmers.
• Performing scheduled preventative maintenance, including knife changes on cutters/trimmers as well as cleaning and lubricating folder and stitcher components.
• Inspecting materials throughout production runs for defects, verifying cutting squareness, fold registration, and wire stitch accuracy.
• Accurately recording production data, run quantities, waste, and job completion metrics on appropriate forms.
• Adhering strictly to workplace health and safety protocols and keeping work areas safe and debris-free.

YOU CAN EXCEL AS ABINDERY OPERATOR, CUTTER/STITCHER,IF YOU HAVE:

• A completion of secondary education and/or equivalent.
• Specialized production knowledge of paper cutting programs, fold layouts, signature collating, wire stitching, and three-knife trimmers.
• Strong mechanical skills to set up folder plates/rollers, program paper cutters, and fine-tune stitching heads and feeder pockets.
• Exceptional attention to detail regarding cutting squareness, trim dimensions, stitch placement, and fold registration.
• Clear communication skills to collaborate with team members and share critical job information during shift changes.
• The ability to read, understand, and follow instructions and procedures with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to excel in a high-speed production facility, managing multiple tasks and priorities effectively.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Compensation: Compensation will be discussed during the initial interview.
• Schedule: Schedule will be discussed during the initial interview.
• The opportunity to be a part of a collaborative, fast-paced environment with a team that consistently provides a high level of service to clients and internal departments.
• Collaborate across our Group of Companies while fast-tracking your professional development and career advancement.
• Involvement with a team that demonstrates integrity, respect, and trust as part of our core values which we practice everyday - WE ARE ALWAYS RESPECTFUL & WE ACT WITH INTEGRITY!
• A culture of transparency, where team members are involved in important conversations and encouraged to bring new innovative ideas to the team. We believe in our employees skills and abilities!
• Join a team that is eager to help you succeed in your role and grow in your career.
• Be a part of a fun working environment and participate in our cultural activities.
• Involvement in our benefits program for you and your family, vacation time, and paid time-off. We want our team to be happy and healthy!
• Gain meaningful work experience working with a passionate Canadian organization that has proudly been a leader in the Print Industry for over 100 years - WE ARE CUSTOMER DRIVEN!

Dollco Print Solutions Group is an equal opportunity employer that fosters an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment that brings people together to realize their full potential. We are committed to compliance with all applicable legislation including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. We thank all applicants for their interest in Dollco; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted. We regret that we are unable to respond to individual inquiries about application status.