Bindery Operator – Post Press Specialist

Staff Perm; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Staff Perm in Des Plaines, IL is seeking a skilled Bindery Operator specializing in post-press functions to join our contract team. You will operate bindery equipment and basic computer systems to complete job orders accurately and efficiently.

Responsibilities include setting up equipment, monitoring production, checking shipments, labeling, and ensuring quality and adherence to postal and delivery standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be 18 years or older and eligible to work in the USA.
• Minimum 1 year manufacturing experience.
• Experience with printing processes and operations.
• Knowledge of Lean principles.
• Basic math and reading skills.
• Experience operating powered hand trucks.
• Experience in equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Set up bindery equipment and prepare materials for production.
• Monitor equipment and stock supplies to maintain continuous operation.
• Check incoming shipments, stamp and proofread customer orders, and generate labels.
• Operate bindery and post-press equipment to meet job specifications for accuracy, ink coverage, quantity, and labeling.
• Follow company policies and procedures to ensure smooth production flow.
• Use powered hand trucks for moving materials as needed.
• Inspect finished products to confirm they meet order specifications and properly manifest orders.
• Perform labeling, sorting, engraving special orders, loading trucks, and ensure compliance with postal and delivery standards.

Skills

Lean principles

Basic math

Reading skills

Equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Powered hand trucks

Bindery equipment

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Bindery Operator specializing in post-press functions to join our contract team in Des Plaines, IL.

The Bindery Operator will perform routine manual and automated post-press tasks, including operating bindery equipment and basic computer systems to complete job orders accurately and efficiently. This role requires attention to detail and adherence to quality standards.

Job Details

• LOCATION: Des Plaines, IL 60018
• POSITION: Contract
• PAY RATE: $20.00 hour

Responsibilities

• Set up bindery equipment and prepare materials for production.
• Monitor equipment and stock supplies to maintain continuous operation.
• Check incoming shipments, stamp and proofread customer orders, and generate labels.
• Operate bindery and post-press equipment to meet job specifications for accuracy, ink coverage, quantity, and labeling.
• Follow company policies and procedures to ensure smooth production flow.
• Use powered hand trucks for moving materials as needed.
• Inspect finished products to confirm they meet order specifications and properly manifest orders.
• Perform labeling, sorting, engraving special orders, loading trucks, and ensure compliance with postal and delivery standards.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be 18 years or older and eligible to work in the USA.
• Minimum 1 year manufacturing experience.
• Experience with printing processes and operations.
• Knowledge of Lean principles.
• Basic math and reading skills.
• Experience operating powered hand trucks.
• Experience in equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.

All employment offers depend on successful background checks and drug screenings as required by law.

Minor offenses do not automatically disqualify candidates; HR reviews all cases for compliance.