Bindery Assistant - 1st shift

Manpower; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower, Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Bindery Assistant to join our production team. The role focuses on accurate, timely bindery operations with shift from 7:00am to 3:00pm and a starting pay of $16+ per hour.

The ideal candidate will follow instructions precisely, maintain quality under a fast-paced environment, and contribute to a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with a focus on accuracy.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining quality.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to double-check work.
• Basic familiarity with production or manufacturing workflows is preferred.
• Reliable attendance and a team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day bindery operations to support accurate, timely production.
• Prepare materials and set up workstations to ensure jobs are completed to specification.
• Support quality checks by reviewing finished work for consistency and defects.
• Handle and organize printed materials safely to maintain workflow and reduce errors.
• Follow established procedures and safety guidelines while working in a production environment.

Skills

Instruction following

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Quality awareness

Punctuality

Job description

Our client is seeking a Bindery Assistant to join their team. The ideal candidate will have attention to detail, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to quality which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Bindery Assistant

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Pay Range: $16+

Shift: 1st 7:00am-3:00pm

What's the Job?

• Assist with day-to-day bindery operations to support accurate, timely production.
• Prepare materials and set up workstations to ensure jobs are completed to specification.
• Support quality checks by reviewing finished work for consistency and defects.
• Handle and organize printed materials safely to maintain workflow and reduce errors.
• Follow established procedures and safety guidelines while working in a production environment.

What's Needed?

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with a focus on accuracy.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to double-check work.
• Basic familiarity with production or manufacturing workflows is preferred.
• Reliable attendance and a team-oriented mindset.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to build experience in a hands-on production role.
• Support from a team focused on quality and continuous improvement.
• Clear expectations and structured work processes.
• Chance to contribute to meaningful, tangible outputs.
• A role that rewards consistency, care, and follow-through.

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

Manpower® is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, providing companies with strategic and operational flexibility and creating talent at scale. Our specialized recruiting teams assess and guide talent into meaningful, sustainable employment, while our PowerSuite technology enables deeper insight and smarter matching, helping candidates find opportunities that align with their strengths, experience, and career goals.

In this constantly shifting world, our flexible workforce solutions provide companies with the business agility needed to succeed. Manpower is part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands, which also includes Experis, Talent Solutions and Jefferson Wells. For more information about Manpower, follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.