Hands-On Bindery Operator: Folder & Saddle-Stitch Expert

MSU Federal Credit Union; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-Paid Health, Dental, Vision, &

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

401(k) with company match

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Foresight Group in Lansing, MI is hiring a Bindery Operator to run saddle stitchers, guillotine cutters, folders, and related equipment. The role requires attention to setup, quality checks, and safe operation in a climate-controlled, team-based environment.

Expect to maintain records, cross-train on multiple lines, and assist in training new staff while adhering to OSHA safety standards. This on-site position offers a competitive salary and benefits matching industry standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Trade School or Co-op experience in a related field highly preferred.
• 1-3 years of Bindery Operator experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines such as guillotine cutter and saddle stitcher.
• Acquire the job folder and review it for specifications or special instructions that may impact setup.
• Follow routine procedures in setting up and operating the machine.
• Review the quality of the product continuously to meet required standards.
• Maintain the required records with quantities, quality, and other information.
• Cross-train and learn the lines of associate equipment.
• Assist in training employees new to the lines.
• Maintain bindery equipment and immediate area.
• Report unusual conditions to supervisor.
• Work on job assignments in other manufacturing areas as needed.
• Comply with OSHA safety requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Record data

General computer usage

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade School or Co-op experience

Tools

Saddle stitcher

Folder

Guillotine cutter

Trimmer-stacker

Padding Machine

Drill

Shrink Wrapper

Creaser/Folder

Job description

Foresight Group in Lansing, MI is hiring a Bindery Operator to run saddle stitchers, guillotine cutters, folders, and related equipment. The role requires attention to setup, quality checks, and safe operation in a climate-controlled, team-based environment.

Expect to maintain records, cross-train on multiple lines, and assist in training new staff while adhering to OSHA safety standards. This on-site position offers a competitive salary and benefits matching industry standards.