Bindery Operator Role at AlphaGraphics, Dallas TX

Neolife Updates; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

performance-based bonuses

dental and health insurance

vision insurance

paid time off

profit sharing

Job summary

AlphaGraphics of Greenway Plaza in Dallas, TX is seeking a dependable Bindery Operator to run the finishing floor, reader work orders, set up cutting and related equipment, and ensure quality and on-time delivery of printed products.

Ideal candidates bring 2–5 years of bindery/finishing experience, strong attention to detail, and reliable attendance. The role offers a competitive hourly wage and full benefits with opportunities for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Role requires 2 to 5 years setting up and operating bindery/finishing equipment in medium to large print shops with high job counts and tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Read work orders to determine setup specifications and instructions.
• Set up automatic cutting programs manually into cutter machine.
• Examine samples for defects such as imperfect folding, bindings, toner streaks, or torn pages.
• Install and adjust bindery machine devices—knives, guides, rollers—to size specifications.
• Observe and monitor machine operations to detect malfunctions and determine adjustments.
• Maintain daily production records using a computer and forms.
• Lubricate and clean machine parts and perform minor repairs to keep equipment running.

Skills

Attention to detail

Math skills

Punctuality

Focus at workstation

Job description

If you can read a work order, dial in a cutter, and catch a toner streak before it reaches the client, the Bindery Operator position at AlphaGraphics of Greenway Plaza in Dallas, TX is worth a close look. This growing, fast-paced team has been nationally recognized for operational excellence—and they need a dependable teammate to run the finishing floor.

What the Bindery Operator Role Involves

As the final touchpoint before printed products ship, you will set up and operate a range of finishing equipment: cutting, folding, scoring/creasing, padding, drilling, coil binding, laminating, perfect binding, saddle stitching, and booklet making. Your job is to make sure every piece meets quality standards and every deadline holds.

Key Responsibilities

• Read work orders to determine setup specifications and instructions.
• Set up automatic cutting programs manually into the cutter machine.
• Examine folded, stitched, collated, bound, and unbound samples for defects such as imperfect folding, bindings, toner streaks, or torn and loose pages.
• Install and adjust bindery machine devices—knives, guides, rollers—to accommodate sheets, signatures, or books of specified sizes.
• Observe and monitor machine operations to detect malfunctions and determine whether adjustments are needed.
• Maintain daily production records using a computer and specified forms.
• Lubricate and clean machine parts and make minor repairs to keep equipment running.

Required Skills and Experience

This role calls for 2 to 5 years setting up and operating bindery and finishing equipment in medium to large print shops with high job counts and tight deadlines. Beyond the technical background, you should bring:

• Strong attention to detail.
• Good mathematical skills.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and focus at your workstation.

Compensation and Benefits

The position pays $22.00 – $24.00 per hour and comes with a full benefits package:

• 401(k)
• performance-based bonuses
• dental and health insurance
• vision insurance
• paid time off
• profit sharing

AlphaGraphics also invests in training across management, sales, operations, print, signs, design, and marketing—so there is room to grow.

Company Culture and Core Values

AlphaGraphics centers are independently owned and operated, and this location is built on five core values: Commitment, Tenacity, Integrity, Excellence, and Fun. The team has earned national recognition including the "Franny" award and the "Center of Excellence" award.

Application Tips for Bindery Roles

When applying for printing and finishing positions, specificity matters. Highlight hands-on experience with specific equipment types and finishing techniques—perfect binding, saddle stitching, coil binding, and programmable cutters. Emphasize your ability to meet tight turnarounds without sacrificing quality control. If you have performed routine maintenance such as replacing knives, clearing jams, or lubricating machine parts, make that stand out. References from previous print shops that can speak to your reliability and output speed will strengthen your application.

The posting opened on October 7, 2026, and applications accepted through December 7, 2026.