Digital Bindery - Machine Operator 1

Lakeside Book Company; Kendallville (IN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the book industry is seeking a Machine Operator 1 to ensure quality in production processes. The role involves operating machinery, verifying product standards, and participating in team efforts to improve work performance. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in a vibrant work environment.

Benefits

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401k with company match

Employee Assistance Program

$100 Safety Shoe Reimbursement

$150 Safety Glasses Reimbursement

Cross-training provided

Qualifications

• Previous machine experience preferred.
• Ability to work in teams or alone and ability to motivate other team members.
• Comfortable with computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Operate the machine ensuring quality standards.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement activities that enhance performance.
• Verify product standards and communicate work expectations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Posted Friday, June 6, 2025 at 4:00 AM | Expires Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 3:59 AM

Our Safety Culture:

The safety and health of our employees is this company’s most important business consideration. Lakeside Book will provide a safe and secure working environment to support our goal of zero accidents and injuries.

Lakeside Book commits to being good stewards of the environment by conducting environmentally responsible business practices while continuing to be good neighbors and partners in the communities in which we live and work.

We welcome our veterans to apply!

Starting Rate OR Range: $20.00

Additional Incentives: (examples below)

• $100 Safety Shoe Reimbursement
• $150 Safety Glasses Reimbursement
• Company will provide all tools necessary
• 2+ Weeks’ Vacation (years of experience in trade considered)
• Cross-training provided

As our Machine operator 1, you will:

• Operate the machine and leads the overall product outcome associated with machine
• Ensure that product is produced to customer requirements
• Ensure that machines are running at the best possible speed while not sacrificing safety or quality
• Verify and communicates both product standards and work standards to execute production
• Participate in Continuous Improvement activities that improve the work centers performance
• Work in a team environment and cross-train with others
• Receive training to help advance your career

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to Lift and carry up to 50 pound
• Must be able to stand for the entire duration of your shift

Qualifications:

• Experience – Previous machine experience preferred
• Attention to detail, good communication skills, comfortable with computer applications.
• Ability to work in teams or alone and ability to motivate other team members

What we offer you:

• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k with company match
• Employee Assistance Program

About Us:

Lakeside Book Company loves books! To us, every book matters. Every word. Every page. Every hand that helped build it. Our history has shown that we are leaders and innovators. We have a team-winning culture, where all of our people have a voice. While we are old in years, we are new at heart. Come join our mission to keep the world reading.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Lakeside Book Company is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or perform essential job functions please contact [e-mail].

*This job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties and responsibilities assigned for this job at the company’s discretion.