Bindery Operator

Automation Personnel Services; Duncan (SC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Medical, dental, vision, short-term & 

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Referral bonus

Job summary

Automation Personnel Services is seeking a Bindery Operator in Duncan, SC to operate and maintain bindery equipment in a printing environment. You will handle cutters, folders, collators, and binders while ensuring product quality and efficient workflow.

The role includes sewing/stitching as needed, routine machine maintenance, and a steady schedule with 12-hour shifts. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Ability to carefully operate bindery equipment and monitor quality at each step.
• Experience in a printing/manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate bindery machines, including cutters, folders, collators and binders.
• Perform sewing and stitching on printed materials as required.
• Inspect products for defects and maintain quality standards.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning on machines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Hand-eye coordination

Endurance for long shifts

Quality control

Tools

Bindery machinery

Cutters/Folders/Collators

Binders

Job description

Bindery Operator

Automation Personnel Services is looking for a Bindery Operator for a company based in Duncan, SC. In this role, you will have the opportunity to operate and maintain bindery machinery, ensuring high-quality production and efficient workflow in a printing environment.

Pay Rate

$18.89-$21.39 per hour

Schedule and Hours

Three 12-hour shifts per week 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM or 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate bindery machines, including cutters, folders, collators and binders
• Perform sewing and stitching on printed materials or products as required
• Inspect products throughout the process to maintain quality standards and detect defects.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning on machines as needed.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Previous work as a press operator, laminator, and sewing operator in a printing or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of large format printing equipment and finishing processes.
• Comfortable standing for extended periods and performing repetitive tasks.
• Attention to detail and good hand-eye coordination to maneuver equipment in tight spaces and navigate busy warehouse environments.

Job Type

Full-time, temporary to hire

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours

401(k) Retirement

Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401(k) matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.

Bonus Opportunity!

We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.

About Automation Personnel Services

Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Our accolades include:

• 11-time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2026).
• Winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2026).
• Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association.
• Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to WorkFor by CIO Views Magazine.
• Named one of America’s Best Temp Staffing Firms by Forbes (2025).
• Consistently ranked among the topU.S.staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer