2nd Shift Bindery Supervisor

Social Influence LLC; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2nd shift

Team leadership

Production stability

Growth opportunity

Quality focus

Job summary

Social Influence LLC in Flint, Michigan is seeking an experienced Bindery Supervisor / Lead Bindery Operator to lead the daily operations of the bindery and finishing department on the 2nd shift.

This hands-on leadership role focuses on machine setup, production efficiency, employee development, quality standards, and maintaining a safe, productive work environment.

The ideal candidate has strong bindery expertise and proven leadership, with a history of continuous improvement and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of leadership, training, or supervisory experience in a bindery or finishing environment preferred.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of commercial printing and bindery operations.
• Ability to lead by example and work alongside the team when necessary.
• Experience with machine setup, troubleshooting, and production workflows.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to motivate employees and maintain a positive work culture.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate day-to-day bindery operations on 1st shift.
• Lead, train, and develop bindery personnel while promoting teamwork and accountability.
• Perform advanced machine setups and provide troubleshooting support as needed.
• Monitor production schedules to ensure deadlines and quality standards are achieved.
• Maintain workflow efficiency and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and company policies.
• Manage staffing needs and support temporary or floating personnel during high-volume periods.
• Communicate effectively with production, scheduling, and management teams.
• Maintain high standards for product quality and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Bindery operations

Machine setup

Troubleshooting

Production workflows

Communication

Quality

Team development

Job description

Shift: 2nd shift

Pay Range: up to 80k

Equipment: folders, inserters, cutters, stitchers

Job Description

Bindery Supervisor

Flint, Michigan; 2nd Shift

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Bindery Supervisor / Lead Bindery Operator to lead daily operations within the bindery and finishing department. This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for machine setup, production efficiency, employee development, quality standards, and maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

The department consists of approximately 11 core team members, with additional support brought in during peak production periods. The ideal candidate will combine strong bindery expertise with proven leadership experience and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate day‑to‑day bindery operations on 1st shift.
• Lead, train, and develop bindery personnel while promoting teamwork and accountability.
• Perform advanced machine setups and provide troubleshooting support as needed.
• Monitor production schedules to ensure deadlines and quality standards are achieved.
• Maintain workflow efficiency and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and company policies.
• Manage staffing needs and support temporary or floating personnel during high‑volume periods.
• Communicate effectively with production, scheduling, and management teams.
• Maintain high standards for product quality and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of leadership, training, or supervisory experience in a bindery or finishing environment preferred.
• Strong hands‑on knowledge of commercial printing and bindery operations.
• Ability to lead by example and work alongside the team when necessary.
• Experience with machine setup, troubleshooting, and production workflows.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to motivate employees and maintain a positive work culture.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• 2nd shift schedule
• Lead an established team of approximately 11 employees
• Stable and growing commercial printing environment
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on production efficiency and team development
• Hands‑on leadership role with a company that values quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced bindery professional who enjoys developing people, improving processes, and leading a team in a fast‑paced commercial printing environment.

$70,000 - $80,000 a year