Bindery Machine Operator 1st Shift

Mackin Book Company; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) retirement plan with employer</

Health insurance options including HSA

Medical Flexible Spending Accounts (FS

Job summary

Mackin Educational Resources is seeking a dedicated Bindery Machine Operator to join the Topeka, KS Bindery team. If you are mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and enjoy a fast-paced production environment, we’d like to hear from you!

The role involves operating various bindery machines, performing routine adjustments, and collaborating with team members to prepare materials for production. High school or GED required; full-time day shift with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail required.
• Mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Ability to use ruler or tape measure accurately.
• Ability to concentrate for extended periods in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort with repetitive tasks in production settings.

Responsibilities

• Operate bindery equipment (cutting, folding, scoring, stitching, gluing) per procedures.
• Monitor equipment; perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting as needed.
• Prepare materials and orders for production with a clean, safe work area.
• Follow all safety, quality, and production procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Measurement tools

Concentration

Repetitive tasks

Lifting 10-15 lbs

Endurance standing

Industry experience

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Description

Mackin Educational Resources is a well-established and highly respected company with an opportunity for a Bindery Machine Operator to join our Topeka, KS Bindery team.

If you are mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and enjoy working in a fast-paced production environment, we’d like to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of bindery equipment, including cutting, folding, scoring, stitching, and gluing equipment, following established procedures to meet quality and production standards.
• Monitor equipment during operation, making routine adjustments and performing basic maintenance and troubleshooting as needed.
• Work with team members to prepare materials and orders for production while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all company safety, quality, and production procedures.

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Ability to accurately use measurement tools such as a ruler or tape measure.
• Ability to concentrate on tasks for extended periods without distraction.
• Comfortable performing repetitive tasks in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to bend and continuously lift 10–15 pounds.
• Ability to stand for the entire shift and continuously use fingers, hands, and arms in controlled movements.
• Previous bindery machine operator or manufacturing experience is a plus.

Education & Experience

• High School or GED

Hours

• Full-time - Days (7:00am - 3:30pm), Monday through Friday
• Weekends and Overtime as needed

Wages

• $17.00 per hour

Benefits

Mackin Educational Resources offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Health insurance plan options including Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Medical Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (DCARE)
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance options
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (LTD) and Short-Term Disability Insurance (STD)
• Paid Holidays including New Year's Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, The Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and one floating holiday.

Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by employment status and scheduled hours.

Mackin Educational Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, genetic information, age, gender, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and the presence of mental, physical, or sensory disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local laws.

Questions? Please feel free to email us at [e-mail] or call us at 952-895-9540