Bindery Operator

Pregis LLC; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Training opportunities

Career advancement

Safety culture

Stable manufacturing

Job summary

Pregis is hiring a skilled Operator II - Bindery to join our Arlington manufacturing team. You will operate and monitor finishing equipment to ensure quality, efficiency, and on-time production in a safety-forward environment.

The role suits candidates with bindery, finishing, printing, packaging, or manufacturing experience who enjoy machinery and teamwork, with opportunities for advancement through training and development.

Qualifications

• Experience operating bindery, finishing, printing, packaging, or manufacturing equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Detail-oriented with focus on quality and safety.
• Ability to work in a team and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate bindery and finishing equipment.
• Manage two or more machines simultaneously to meet production goals.
• Ensure production schedules and customer delivery deadlines are met.
• Review job specifications and production requirements before processing.
• Monitor machine performance and adjust as needed for quality.
• Maintain production output and KPI targets; document job performance.
• Perform quality inspections and verify finished products meet specs.
• Learn and operate various finishing and bindery equipment.
• Assist in setup, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean work area.
• Support continuous improvement and standard operating procedures.

Skills

Bindery experience

Finishing experience

Printing experience

Packaging experience

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Posted Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 5:00 AM

We're Not Just in the Packaging Business–We're in the \"Wow\" Business

Pregis is Hiring!

Why Join Pregis?

Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centric packaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you. Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA.

Bindery Operator

Location: Arlington, TX

Day Shift: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Pay: Competitive pay based on experience

Join Pregis and Grow Your Career

Pregis is seeking a skilled Operator II - Bindery to join our Arlington manufacturing team. In this role, you will help ensure printed products are completed accurately, efficiently, and on schedule while supporting a safe and productive work environment.

This position is ideal for candidates with bindery, finishing, printing, packaging, or manufacturing experience who enjoy working with machinery, maintaining quality standards, and contributing to a team-focused production environment.

At Pregis, all employees participate in structured training programs designed to expand their skills and create opportunities for advancement into higher-level production and leadership roles.

What You'll Do

As an Operator II - Bindery, you will be responsible for operating and monitoring multiple finishing machines while ensuring production, quality, and safety requirements are met.

Production Operations

• Set up, adjust, and operate bindery and finishing equipment


• Manage and monitor two or more machines simultaneously


• Ensure production schedules and customer delivery deadlines are met


• Review job specifications and production requirements before processing work


• Monitor machine performance and make adjustments as needed


• Maintain production output while meeting established productivity goals and KPIs


• Accurately complete production documentation and job performance tickets

Quality Assurance

• Perform quality inspections throughout production runs


• Verify finished products meet customer specifications and company standards


• Follow required testing and quality control procedures


• Identify and resolve quality issues before products move to the next stage of production


• Maintain attention to detail throughout all finishing processes

Equipment Operation & Maintenance

• Learn and operate various fulfillment and bindery equipment


• Assist with setup, troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance activities


• Operate equipment such as:


• Drills


• Stitchers


• Vacuum tables


• Finishing and fulfillment machinery


• Identify equipment issues and communicate concerns promptly to minimize downtime

Safety & Continuous Improvement

• Follow all company safety procedures and PPE requirements


• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area


• Participate in safety initiatives and training programs


• Support continuous improvement efforts focused on quality, efficiency, and waste reduction


• Assist in the development and adherence to standard operating procedures

What We're Looking For

• Experience operating bindery, finishing, printing, packaging, or manufacturing equipment


• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality


• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills


• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities


• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and other departments


• Positive attitude and willingness to learn additional equipment and processes


• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience in any of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply:

• Bindery operations


• Print finishing


• Fulfillment operations


• Commercial printing


• Packaging manufacturing


• Stitching equipment


• Drilling equipment


• Vacuum tables


• Production environments with KPIs and performance metrics

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods


• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, and material handling


• Ability to lift and move moderately heavy materials


• Ability to work safely around moving machinery and production equipment


• Ability to perform repetitive tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment


• Manufacturing and production facilityFast-paced production environment


• Exposure to moving equipment and machinery


• Required use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)


• Moderate to high noise levels


• Team-oriented environment focused on quality and safety

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED preferred


• 3-5 years of progressive experience in a bindery, printing, finishing, packaging, or manufacturing environment


• Experience operating and setting up production equipment preferred


• Mechanical troubleshooting experience is a plus

Why Join Pregis?

• Competitive pay


• Medical, dental, and vision coverage


• 401(k) with company match


• Paid time off and holidays


• Paid training and development opportunities


• Career advancement pathways


• Stable and growing manufacturing environment


• Safety-focused culture


• Opportunity to learn additional equipment and advance within the organization

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Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis.We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement/Inclusion

We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis’ culture and achievements.