Bookbinder/Saddle Stitch Operator - Night Shift (6PM-6AM)

Arandell; Osseo (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

Company-paid life insurance policy

3% 401(K) company contribution

Employee assistance program

TelaDoc services

Job summary

Arandell, a leader in high-quality commercial print solutions, seeks a skilled Bookbinder to join the production team on the night shift (6 PM–6 AM). You will own the machine, ensure quality and safety, and lead technicians to meet production goals.

The role offers a competitive hourly pay range based on experience. Responsibilities include machine setup, maintenance, quality checks, team guidance, and collaboration with management to optimize speeds.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with stitching and/or bindery equipment.
• Ability to communicate clearly in written and oral form.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and controls the assigned machine for each job specified.
• Maintains machines regular maintenance, keeps machine ready to run product, and ensures a clean and neat work area.
• Checks and controls quality of products on a running basis.
• Manages and directs the supporting staff to productivity needs.
• Runs the machine at the optimal production speeds relating to the specified goals set by the Bindery Manager or Supervisor.
• Seeks assistance when necessary to solve production requirements that may be causing slower production speeds.
• Provides feedback to management and supervision when slowdowns or issues occur on machines. Strong communication skills are necessary
• Performs all special duties assigned by the Bindery Manager and/or Supervisor.
• Performs all duties safely and in accordance with all safety rules and requirements.
• Maintains a positive customer relations approach towards visitors, customers, and employees.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Weekend OT

Microsoft Office

Stitching equipment

Bindery experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Bindery machinery

Quality control tools

Job description

Bookbinder/Saddle Stitch Operator - Night Shift (6PM-6AM)

Do you have an expert eye for detail and a passion for precision?

Arandell, a leader in high-quality commercial print solutions, is looking for a skilled Bookbinder to join our production team. This isn't just a job; it's a chance to be the backbone of our finishing process, translating production requirements into beautiful, functional products. As a Bookbinder, you'll take full ownership of your machine—whether it's a stitcher or perfect binder—ensuring top-tier quality and safety. You'll also lead a team of technicians, guiding them to meet production goals and uphold our standards of excellence. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and lead from the front, we want to talk to you. The pay range for this critical role is $24.00 - $38.50 per hour, based on experience.

Work fewer days with this unique schedule! Our full-time, night shift role operates from 6 PM to 6 AM, three to four days a week. This means you'll have more days off to recharge and pursue your passions.

WHAT YOU’LL DO ON THE A-TEAM:

• Sets up and controls the assigned machine for each job specified.
• Maintains machines regular maintenance, keeps machine ready to run product, and ensures a clean and neat work area.
• Checks and controls quality of products on a running basis.
• Manages and directs the supporting staff to productivity needs.
• Runs the machine at the optimal production speeds relating to the specified goals set by the Bindery Manager or Supervisor.
• Seeks assistance when necessary to solve production requirements that may be causing slower production speeds.
• Provides feedback to management and supervision when slowdowns or issues occur on machines. Strong communication skills are necessary
• Performs all special duties assigned by the Bindery Manager and/or Supervisor.
• Performs all duties safely and in accordance with all safety rules and requirements.
• Maintains a positive customer relations approach towards visitors, customers, and employees.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience with stitching and/or bindery equipment.
• Ability to utilize logic and conceptual thinking skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Requires the ability to provide effective and clear written and oral communication.
• Must be willing to work weekends, overtime, and be responsive to manufacturing questions as needed.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Frequent use of hands to type, finger, handle, grasp or touch objects and tools.
• Frequently standing and walking, occasionally climbing, kneeling, squatting, stooping, crouching, crawling, twisting, bending, reaching.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adapt focus.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Paid time off
• 11 paid holidays
• Company-paid life insurance policy
• 3% 401(K) company contribution
• Employee assistance program
• TelaDoc services

Arandell is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity. Arandell does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Arandell also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on these protected categories.

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.