Lead Bindery Operator: Precision Binding & Production

RR Donnelley & Sons; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 3,306,000 - 4,822,000; Full time

Job summary

RR Donnelley & Sons in Durham, NC seeks an experienced bindery operator to set up, adjust and run binding equipment, inspect machinery and ensure safe, high-quality production. You will coordinate multiple stations, monitor output, and guide the crew through all steps to meet schedules and quality standards.

Applicants should be proficient with bindery technology, read work instructions, and maintain dimensional accuracy.

Qualifications

• Know setup, adjust, operation of binding equipment and related processes.
• Ability to read work instructions and maintain dimensional accuracy.
• Skill in using hand tools to adjust and maintain bindery equipment.
• Experience with folders, cutters, collators, stitchers, binding/gluing machines.
• Ability to coordinate multiple stations on a machine and ensure quality and productivity.
• Strong understanding of paper weights, sizes, colors, and machinability of materials.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust and operate various binding machines.
• Inspect equipment for safety and proper operation.
• Monitor quality, output and productivity across runs.
• Direct crew through all production steps and coordinate stations.
• Maintain accuracy to follow job specifications and schedules.
• Perform adjustments to optimize throughput and quality.

Job description

RR Donnelley & Sons in Durham, NC seeks an experienced bindery operator to set up, adjust and run binding equipment, inspect machinery and ensure safe, high-quality production. You will coordinate multiple stations, monitor output, and guide the crew through all steps to meet schedules and quality standards.

Applicants should be proficient with bindery technology, read work instructions, and maintain dimensional accuracy.