3rd Shift - Bindery Machine Operator

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Bedford Park (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Bedford Park, IL is hiring a Machine Operator to run bindery and finishing equipment for envelopes, calendars, cards, and mailing products. The role covers cutting, folding, collating, gluing, wrapping, and inspecting items while upholding quality and safety standards.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, English literacy, and preferred experience with bindery machinery.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Minimum of 6 months of machine operation or bindery experience preferred.
• Experience operating collators, folding machines, electronic cutting machines, or similar production machinery.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to perform minor equipment adjustments and repairs.
• Commitment to workplace safety and PPE usage.
• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review work orders and customer specifications.
• Retrieve materials from inventory and set up machinery for production runs.
• Read and interpret job sheets, including stock codes, quantities, and instructions.
• Make minor machine adjustments to maintain quality and meet specs.
• Complete quality control inspections and checklists at shift start and with new jobs.
• Verify stock and materials against job specifications before production.
• Ensure accurate counts of completed products before forwarding to shipping.
• Monitor equipment and clear minor jams as needed.
• Request maintenance or supervisory assistance when needed.
• Follow safety policies including lockout/tagout and proper guarding.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

English communication

Mechanical aptitude

Safety compliance

Spanish preferred

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Collators

Folding machines

Electronic cutting machines

Job description

Bedford Park, IL | Monday-Friday | 12:00 AM - 8:00 AM

Express Employment Professionals is currently hiring a Machine Operator for a manufacturing/printing facility in Bedford Park, IL. We are seeking dependable candidates with machine operation experience and strong mechanical aptitude to join a growing team.

Job Summary

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating bindery and finishing equipment to produce completed printed products such as envelopes, calendars, cards, and other mailing materials. This role involves cutting, folding, collating, gluing, wrapping, and inspecting finished products while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Review work orders and customer specifications.
• Retrieve materials from inventory and set up machinery for production runs.
• Read and interpret job sheets, including stock codes, quantities, and special instructions.
• Make minor machine adjustments to maintain quality standards and meet customer specifications.
• Complete quality control inspections and required checklists at the start of each shift and when beginning new jobs.
• Verify stock and materials against job specifications before production.
• Ensure accurate counts of completed products before forwarding to shipping.
• Monitor equipment and clear minor paper or material jams when necessary.
• Request maintenance or supervisory assistance when needed.
• Follow all company safety policies, including lockout/tagout procedures and proper machine guarding requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Minimum of 6 months of machine operation or bindery equipment experience preferred.
• Experience operating equipment such as collators, folding machines, electronic cutting machines, or similar production machinery.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to perform minor equipment adjustments and repairs.
• Commitment to workplace safety and the use of required personal protective equipment.
• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry up to 30 pounds occasionally.
• Frequent standing throughout the shift.
• Repetitive use of both hands.
• Occasional bending, stooping, reaching, grasping, and lifting.
• Ability to work an 8-hour shift in a manufacturing environment.