Bindery Operator - $40.62 / hr (Ottawa Based)

Canadian Bank Note Company; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in secure document production is seeking a skilled Bookbinder for their Bindery Department. The role involves operating industrial equipment to produce quality finished products crucial for border security and government revenue. The company offers competitive compensation, a defined contribution pension plan, and a strong commitment to employee development and inclusivity.

Benefits

Defined contribution pension plan with company matching

Health, medical, and life insurance benefits

Access to virtual and telehealth services

Progressive fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a Bookbinder certification, apprenticeship, or 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Excellent mechanical and mathematic skills are required.
• Ability to obtain Government of Canada Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate bookbinding equipment for cutting, collating, folding, stitching, and stamping.
• Adjust machinery for efficient operation and quality finishing.
• Review job orders to determine production time and quantities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Mechanical skills

Mathematic skills

Education

Bookbinder certification

Bookbinder apprenticeship

Tools

Cutter

Saddle Stitcher

Perfect Binder

Foil stamping

Laser cutting

Lamination

Job description

JobLocation : 975 Gladstone Ave, Ottawa ON

Position Summary

As a Bookbinder in our Bindery Department, you will be responsible for setting up and operating industrial equipment to produce quality finished products. Working in a fast-paced, unionized environment, you will contribute to the development of secure documents crucial for border security, currency protection, and government revenue generation. Success in this role contributes to CBN’s global leadership in providing custom solutions for governments worldwide.

What We Can Offer You

• Compensation : We seek long term relationships with our employees and recognize and reward them with a competitive total compensation package that includes :

An industry leading defined contribution pension plan with company matching contributions (up to 5%) and payment of service fees,

• Best-in-class health, medical and life insurance benefits;
• Access to virtual and telehealth services and apps; and
• Very progressive fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits to support all definitions of family.
• Career : As a knowledge-based organization we will provide you with a wealth of learning opportunities and challenging work that will grow your knowledge, skills and abilities. At CBN, we encourage and empower our employees to chart their own career path, putting you in control of your future.
• Culture : Personal character is the foundation of our culture. CBN’s 7 Core Principles shape and guide our behaviours and underpin the sense of community you will experience at CBN.Equity, diversity and inclusivity are important to us as an organization, and we are committed tofostering and developing a work environment where every employee is treated with dignity and respect.

Job Description

What You Will Do

A Bookbinder is responsible for setting up and operating industrial bindery equipment to produce quality finished productsand will perform the following :

• Set-up and operate bookbinding equipment related to cutting, collating, folding, stitching, and stamping.
• Adjust machinery to ensure efficient operation and quality finishing is maintained.
• Review job orders to determine production time and quantities required.
• Various other duties and responsibilities.

Qualifications

Knowledge and Experience

Candidates must have one of the following :

• A Bookbinder certification; or
• Previously completed a Bookbinder apprenticeship; or
• 4+ years of current and relevant experience working as a Bookbinder or Bindery Operator.

Technology

• Current and relevant bindery experience on machines such as :

Cutter

• Saddle Stitcher
• Perfect Binder
• Additional experience with the following would be beneficial :

Foil stamping

• Electronic chip inlay
• Laser cutting
• Lamination
• Excellent mechanical and mathematic skills

Soft Skills and Characteristics

• Analytical skills
• Communication skills (verbal and written)

Mandatory Requirements

• Ability to perform physical activities associated with the position, such as standing, walking, bending, lifting / lowering up to 5kg
• Ability to work all shift schedules including days, nights, evenings, and overtime as required

Security Clearance Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain Government of Canada Secret (Level II) clearance

Additional Information

CBN designs and develops industry leading solutions for the following domains : Border Security, Civil Identity, Driver Identification and Vehicle Information, Currency and Excise Control, and Lottery and Charitable Gaming. To learn more, visit.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Canadian Bank Note Company, Limited is committed to achieving a skilled workforce that reflects the diversity of the Canadian population. We encourage applications from women, visible minorities, people with disabilities and Aboriginal people. Canadian Bank Note Company Limited is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments.

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