Binding Machine Operative / Print Finisher (Night Shift Available)

Kingdom People; Uckfield; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Cross-training opportunities

Safe, organised workspace

Job summary

Kingdom People in Uckfield, East Sussex, is seeking a Binding Machine Operative / Print Finisher to join our print production team. You will set up, operate, and maintain binding and finishing machinery to produce high-quality printed materials.

The role is full-time, on-site in Uckfield, with pay £12.71 per hour and opportunities for cross-training in specialised equipment. Previous experience with bindery operations and guillotine systems is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as Bindery Operator, Print Finisher, or Machine Operator.
• Hands-on experience with finishing machinery (Duplo booklet makers, creasing/trimming machines, laminators).
• Experience operating guillotine systems (Polar Guillotines).
• Competency in binding disciplines (wire binding, hand stitching, case binding).
• Familiarity with print workflow platforms (OneFlow System) is advantageous.
• Outstanding attention to detail with quality under tight deadlines.
• Reliable team player with proactive work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain finishing and binding machinery.
• Follow job production sheets to finish materials to required quality.
• Monitor folding, booklet making, creasing, and trimming processes.
• Safely operate guillotine cutting equipment to exact specs.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and routine maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Track work progress using production systems (OneFlow).

Skills

Bindery operator

Print finisher

Machine operator

Finishing machinery

Guillotine systems

Binding disciplines

OneFlow system

Attention to detail

Team player

Tools

Duplo booklet makers

Creasing/trimming machines

Polar Guillotines

Laminators

Job description

Binding Machine Operative / Print Finisher

Location: Uckfield, East Sussex (On-site)

Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour

Position: Full-time, Permanent / Temp-to-Perm

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Binding Machine Operative / Print Finisher to join our busy print production team based in Uckfield.

In this role, you will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining a variety of finishing and binding machinery. Working from job production sheets, you will ensure all printed materials are finished to the highest quality standards before they head out to our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: Set up, run, and monitor various bindery and print finishing machinery (including folding, booklet making, creasing, and trimming machines).
• Guillotine Cutting: Safely operate cutting equipment, such as Polar Guillotines, to cut printed stock to exact specifications.
• Binding & Booklet Making: Run booklet makers (such as Duplo lines), wire binders, and assist with case binding or hand-stitching tasks where required.
• Quality Control: Inspect printed and finished products to ensure accurate cutting, alignment, and binding, matching the exact requirements of the job sheet.
• Routine Maintenance: Complete basic troubleshooting, machine cleaning, and routine maintenance to minimise production downtime.
• Workflow Management: Follow digital production or management systems (such as OneFlow) to track work progress and maintain an organised station.

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience as a Bindery Operator, Print Finisher, or Machine Operator.
• Hands-on experience with finishing machinery (e.g., Duplo booklet makers, creasing/trimming machines, or laminators).
• Practical experience operating guillotine systems, ideally Polar Guillotines.
• Competency in various binding disciplines, such as wire binding, hand stitching, or case binding.
• Familiarity with print workflow platforms (e.g., OneFlow System) is highly advantageous.
• Outstanding attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining quality under tight production deadlines.
• A reliable team player with a positive, proactive work ethic.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay of £12.71/hour.
• Modern, well-equipped production environment.
• Opportunities for further cross-training on specialized print finishing equipment.
• Clean, safe, and organised workspace.