DIGITAL BINDERY OPERATOR

Dcg One; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life/AD&D Insurance

401(k) with matching

Accident Insurance

FSA, HSA

9 Paid Holidays

Monthly Cookie Days

Job summary

DCG ONE in Seattle, WA is seeking a Digital Bindery Operator to run finishing equipment and prepare orders from our digital printers. You will operate paper cutters, folding machines, binders, and stitchers while maintaining quality and efficiency.

The role requires at least 1 year of bindery experience, knowledge of print production, and a commitment to safety and teamwork. We offer benefits, PTO, and a friendly, production-floor environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience with bindery equipment.
• Knowledge of print production and finishing processes.
• May be required to complete and pass Public Trust Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Operate bindery machinery and equipment with focus on timeliness and quality.
• Read job specifications to set machine adjustments and material needs; measure dimensions for accuracy.
• Set stops/guides to specified lengths from templates.
• Position workpieces against stops or align with layout marks.
• Detect defects or malfunctions; remove defective items and report issues.
• Perform minor machine maintenance and keep work area clean and safe.

Skills

1+ year bindery experience

Print production knowledge

Attention to quality

Safety awareness

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: SEATTLE, WA 98134, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $22.00 - $25.00 Hourly, Shift: Monday-Friday, 6:00 am- 2:30 pm

DCG ONE is one of the largest privately held marketing service providers in the country. Based in Seattle, with locations in NYC and Maryland, we help companies deliver their brand worldwide through creative, print, and fulfillment services.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Digital Bindery Operator operates finishing equipment to complete jobs coming off our digital printers. This includes paper cutters, folding machines, perfect binders, and stitchers. The ideal candidate will have prior bindery experience, a solid understanding of print production, and a commitment to producing high-quality work efficiently.

If you’re passionate about print finishing and take pride in precision and craftsmanship, we encourage you to apply!

BENEFITS

• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Accident Insurance
• FSA, HSA
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Monthly Cookie Days!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate bindery machinery and equipment with consideration for timeliness, quality, and client needs.
• Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements and measure workpiece dimensions to determine the accuracy of machine operation.
• Set stop or guide to specific length as indicated by scale, rule, or template.
• Positions workpiece against stops or aligns layout marks with die or blade.
• Detect workpiece defects or machine malfunctions, remove defective products from workpieces, and report defective materials or questionable conditions to the department manager.
• Perform minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines, dies, or workpieces.
• Ensure that assembly practices comply with established policies and procedures.
• Troubleshoot assembly problems and report findings to the department manager.
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follow prescribed safety regulations.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least one (1) year of experience with bindery equipment.
• Knowledge of print production and bindery/finishing processes.
• May be required to complete and pass Public Trust Security Clearance.

ESSENTIAL ABILITIES

• Technical Capacity
• Customer/Client Focus
• Strong Problem Solving/Analytical Skills
• Strong Communication Skills
• Initiative
• Reliability
• Personal Effectiveness
• Learning Orientation
• Teamwork Orientation
• Flexibility

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
• This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching all day.
• May be required to frequently lift up to 30 lbs
• Hand dexterity and strength.
• Flexibility in work hours may be required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position predominantly works on the production floor in an industrial warehouse setting.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

Equal Employment Opportunity & At-Will Employment:

DCG ONE does not tolerate discrimination of any type and offers equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, natural origin, age, disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or any other considerations made unlawful by Federal, State or local laws. We believe in providing eligible and qualified employees with opportunities to advance. DCG ONE is an at-will employer.