3rd Shift Stitcher Operator — Saddle Stitching Pro

Social Influence LLC; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Third shift differential

Weekly pay

Employee referral bonuses

Training and career advancement机会

Job summary

Social Influence LLC is seeking an experienced Stitcher Operator to join our bindery team in Connecticut. You will set up, operate, and maintain saddle stitching equipment to produce booklets, catalogs, and brochures, ensuring high-quality finishes.

Experience with Müller Martini stitchers or similar finishing machines is preferred, along with strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot while maintaining production quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of related experience in bindery or commercial printing operations.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and understand job tickets and production specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and quality control.
• Ability to make machine adjustments and identify production problems.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor saddle stitching equipment
• Review job tickets, production specifications, and customer requirements
• Load printed signatures into machine pockets in the correct sequence
• Adjust stitching heads, trimmers, punches, and related equipment
• Monitor stitching, trimming, registration, and overall finished product quality
• Inspect completed materials throughout production runs
• Troubleshoot mechanical and production issues to minimize downtime
• Perform preventive maintenance, lubrication, and routine adjustments
• Replace knives, belts, and other components as needed
• Maintain production efficiency and minimize material waste
• Complete production documentation and quality records
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Reading job tickets

Attention to detail

Machine adjustments

Communication

Teamwork

Production efficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Müller Martini saddle stitchers

Primera

Bravo

Job description

Social Influence LLC is seeking an experienced Stitcher Operator to join our bindery team in Connecticut. You will set up, operate, and maintain saddle stitching equipment to produce booklets, catalogs, and brochures, ensuring high-quality finishes.

Experience with Müller Martini stitchers or similar finishing machines is preferred, along with strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot while maintaining production quality and efficiency.