Bindery Operator - 2nd & 3rd shift Opportunities

Baesman Group, Inc.; North Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Best Workplace Award

Job summary

Baesman Group, Inc. is seeking a Bindery Operator to set up and run bindery and finishing equipment for a range of clients. Training is provided on the job for those with mechanical aptitude and a hands-on mindset.

Responsibilities include following job tickets, ensuring quality, maintaining safety, and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced production environment. Previous bindery experience is a plus, but not required.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and an interest in learning how equipment works.
• Attention to detail and pride in producing quality work.
• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to follow written instructions, measurements, and job specifications.
• Basic math skills, including decimals and standard and metric measurements.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented production environment.
• Previous bindery, machine-operation, or manufacturing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate bindery and finishing equipment.
• Follow job tickets and production specifications to complete each project accurately.
• Inspect products throughout the process to ensure quality.
• Make machine adjustments and troubleshoot basic production issues.
• Work toward established safety, quality, and productivity goals.
• Partner with team members to keep jobs moving and meet client deadlines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Dependable attendance

Reading job tickets

Basic math

Teamwork

Machine operation (bindery)

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Bindery machinery

Job description

Turn Printed Pieces into Finished Products

Are you mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and interested in learning a skilled trade? Join Baesman Group as a Bindery Operator and help create high-quality printed products for leading national retailers, universities, hospitality organizations, and Fortune 500 companies.

As a Bindery Operator, you will set up and operate equipment that puts the finishing touches on our clients’ work. Depending on the job, you may cut, fold, die cut, saddle stitch, drill, pad, or score printed materials.

Previous bindery experience is helpful, but it is not required. If you have mechanical aptitude, enjoy hands‑on work, and are willing to learn, we will provide on‑the‑job training to help you develop your skills.

What You’ll Do

• Set up and operate bindery and finishing equipment.
• Follow job tickets and production specifications to complete each project accurately.
• Inspect products throughout the process to ensure quality.
• Make machine adjustments and troubleshoot basic production issues.
• Work toward established safety, quality, and productivity goals.
• Partner with team members to keep jobs moving and meet client deadlines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What Will Help You Succeed

• Strong mechanical aptitude and an interest in learning how equipment works.
• Attention to detail and pride in producing quality work.
• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to follow written instructions, measurements, and job specifications.
• Basic math skills, including decimals and standard and metric measurements.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented production environment.
• Previous bindery, machine‑operation, or manufacturing experience is a plus, but not required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and move throughout the shift.
• Ability to bend, kneel, reach, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.

If you enjoy working with machinery, solving problems, and seeing the results of your work, this could be the opportunity to build a rewarding career in print production.

Financial wellness is about more than just your salary. Here are the other ways Baesman Takes care of our teammates.

Medical Insurance- Choose between 3 medical plan options. We also offer dental and vision coverage, in addition to pre‑tax flexible spending plans.

Profit Sharing- Share in Baesman’s success. We also offer a 50% matching 401(k) program for up to 6% of your pay.

Paid Time Off- It’s important that you take time to recharge. That’s why we offer PTO, holiday breaks, and employee assistance programs.

Life and disability Insurance- We have you covered: Baesman pays 100% of the premium for life and disability.

Setting the Standard- Baesman earned a 2020 Best Workplace in the Americas designation from the Printing Industries of America. The prestigious award recognizes our efforts in providing an outstanding work environment. We’re honored and proud to be recognized.

Baesman is a fourth‑generation, family‑owned business. In the same way families grow and change over time, so do the opportunities within our organization. We believe in hard work, cultivating talent, and promoting from within. We strive to help our teammates, our clients, and our shareholders achieve more than they thought possible.

Baesman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.