Lead Bindery Operator: Cutter, Folder & Stitcher

RRD Company

Smyrna, Northern (TN, KY)

Hybrid

USD 25,000 - 39,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off

Job summary

RRD is seeking a Bindery Operator (Cutter, Folder, or Stitcher) for 1st shift in Smyrna, TN. You will set up, adjust and operate bindery equipment and support a production team to deliver printed materials.

This full-time role requires reading work orders, coordinating multiple machines, maintaining quality, and mentoring colleagues. RRD offers competitive hourly pay, benefits, and opportunities for skill development.

Qualifications

  • Must read and interpret written work orders to determine machine operations.
  • Able to calculate distances and clearances for equipment setup.
  • Skilled in using standard and specialized bindery tools and machines.
  • Knowledge of setup, operation, and maintenance of bindery equipment.
  • Coordinate and supervise multiple work stations and personnel.
  • Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Set up, adjust and operate a variety of bindery machines (cutters, folders, stitchers).
  • Inspect equipment for safety and maintain productive workflow.
  • Direct crew through all aspects of production and ensure on-time output.
  • Monitor quality, output and productivity across the bindery process.
  • Train and mentor new and existing employees on policies and best practices.
  • Maintain accuracy with orders and ensure dimensional accuracy per specs.

Skills

Reading work orders
Distance calculation
Machine adjustment
Crew leadership
Quality monitoring
Training & mentoring
Safety awareness

Tools

Binding machines
Folding machines
Cutters
Collators
Stitchers
Drills

Job description

RRD is seeking a Bindery Operator (Cutter, Folder, or Stitcher) for 1st shift in Smyrna, TN. You will set up, adjust and operate bindery equipment and support a production team to deliver printed materials.

This full-time role requires reading work orders, coordinating multiple machines, maintaining quality, and mentoring colleagues. RRD offers competitive hourly pay, benefits, and opportunities for skill development.

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