Bindery Operator - 1st Shift

Community Impact Printing; Pflugerville (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Sick pay

Paid holidays

Job summary

Community Impact Printing in Pflugerville, TX is seeking a hands-on Bindery Operator I to ensure accuracy and quality of products from the Stitcher/Trimmer and Inserter areas. You will set up equipment, calibrate processes, and maintain production standards to meet deadlines.

The role demands reliable shift availability (6:00 AM–2:30 PM, Monday to Friday), physical stamina, and a proactive approach to maintenance and quality checks in a fast-paced print shop environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with offset printing.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Set up and calibrate the Stitcher/Trimmer and Inserter.
• Navigate Stitcher software to make adjustments before and during a run.
• Cycle the Inserter machine to sync pockets and feeder sensors.
• Find and move job files to the correct folder on the Inserter.
• Set up and calibrate the stacker to ensure neat, square bundles.
• Inspect and replace belts and strapping.
• Utilize Videojet software to import files and adjust parameters.
• Operate Kyocera, Kodak, and Taba printers.
• Load and change label rolls on the Inserter.
• Maintain knowledge of machine coding, error messages, and troubleshooting.
• Perform Daily, Weekly and Monthly maintenance on the Stitcher/Trimmer and Inserter.

Skills

Offset printing

Organizational skills

Time-management

Lift to 50 pounds

First shift availability

Tools

Machinery operation tools

Job description

Description

THE COMPANY

Founded by John and Jennifer Garrett in 2016 out of a necessity to meet the growing demands of Community Impact Newspaper, Community Impact Printing has grown from an exclusive newspaper producer to offer a variety of printed materials. With our mission to help local businesses thrive at the forefront of everything we do, we were able to build a team of some of the most experienced press operators, bindery experts and mail professionals in the market today. Although we started out of necessity, we have grown into a full-service, one-stop shop, for businesses around the country.

THE POSITION

We are seeking a hands-on, hard-working, detail-oriented professional to join our team. The Bindery Operator I ensures accuracy and quality of products produced out of the Stitcher/Trimmer and Inserter areas.

JOB DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up and calibrate the Stitcher/Trimmer and Inserter
• Navigate Stitcher software to make any needed adjustments before and during a run
• Cycle the Inserter machine to sync the pockets and feeder sensors
• Find and move job files to the correct folder on the Inserter
• Set up and calibrate the stacker to ensure neat, square and uniform bundles
• Inspect and replace belts and strapping
• Utilize Videojet software to import files and change job parameters as necessary
• Operate Kyocera, Kodak, and Taba printers
• Load and change label rolls on the Inserter
• Maintain knowledge of machine coding, error messages, reporting, and machine troubleshooting
• Perform Daily, Weekly and Monthly maintenance on the Stitcher/Trimmer and Inserter

Requirements

TEAM MEMBER EXPECTATIONS

We have high expectations of our team and expect every team member to possess and demonstrate the following characteristics:

• Positive attitude and a strong work ethic
• Hold to our core values: Faith, Passion, Quality, Innovation, and Integrity
• The genuine desire to achieve your very best and improve every day
• The initiative to identify opportunities for organizational improvement and the drive to take action and ownership in helping the organization succeed both by contributing individually and working together as a team

In addition to general team member expectations, this role specifically requires the following:

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum requirements:

• 2 or more years of experience with offset printing
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods
• Available during 1st shift hours of 6 AM to 2:30 PM, Monday to Friday
• Ability to work occasional weekends or variable shifts based on business needs

Preferred qualifications:

• Mechanical and machinist skills
• Extensive knowledge of paper characteristics and its effect on production and quality

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

We offer a competitive and attractive package of compensation and benefits including health insurance, 401(k) plan, paid vacation, sick pay, and paid holidays.

A culture of teamwork and having fun is a benefit for this role and all roles at Community Impact.

We celebrate successes and collaborate as a team. If you choose to join Community Impact, you will be joining a successful, innovative company, that is growing our team and presence in the communities we serve and will serve.