Bindery Operator: Precision Finishing Tech (Temp-to-Hire)

Piworld; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Piworld is seeking a skilled Bindery Operator in Bloomington, MN to set up, run, and maintain finishing equipment (folders, cutters, saddle stitchers, collators, binders). The role offers 1st or 2nd shift, temp-to-hire or direct hire, and pay of $23–$26/hr on site.

Ideal candidates have strong mechanical aptitude, high attention to detail, basic math, and stamina to stand long hours and lift heavy supplies. Experience with MBO folders or Polar cutters is a plus; booklet maker experience a plus.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity.
• High attention to detail and strong reading comprehension for job specs.
• Basic math skills.
• Physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift heavy supplies.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate and operate folders, cutters, saddle stitchers, collators, and binders.
• Inspect finished materials for misaligned pages, ink spots, or weak bindings.
• Diagnose mechanical jams, perform routine cleaning and lubrication, and replace worn parts like blades or belts.
• Load paper stock, manage output skids, and lift heavy supplies.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Detail oriented

Basic math skills

Physical stamina

Tools

MBO folders

Polar cutters

Booklet maker

Job description

Piworld is seeking a skilled Bindery Operator in Bloomington, MN to set up, run, and maintain finishing equipment (folders, cutters, saddle stitchers, collators, binders). The role offers 1st or 2nd shift, temp-to-hire or direct hire, and pay of $23–$26/hr on site.

Ideal candidates have strong mechanical aptitude, high attention to detail, basic math, and stamina to stand long hours and lift heavy supplies. Experience with MBO folders or Polar cutters is a plus; booklet maker experience a plus.