Lead Bindery Operator - Precision Book Production

RR Donnelley & Sons; Madison Heights (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

RR Donnelley & Sons in Madison Heights, MI, is seeking a Bindery Operator to set up, adjust and operate a range of binding machines, inspect for safety and maintain quality across production runs. You will lead a crew through all production stages, coordinate multiple workstations and ensure timely output.

Responsibilities include monitoring equipment, applying standard procedures, and making precise adjustments to maintain dimensional accuracy. Prior bindery experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of setup, adjustment, procedures, capabilities and limitations of bindery equipment.
• Know how to identify paper conditions and adjust machines accordingly.
• Use hand tools to adjust bindery equipment and read written instructions.
• Operate complex bindery equipment such as folders, cutters, stitchers and gluing machines.
• Read and interpret work instructions to maintain dimensional accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust and operate binding machines.
• Inspect equipment for safety issues.
• Direct crew through all aspects of production.
• Monitor quality, output and productivity.
• Make adjustments to coordinate multiple work stations on a single machine.

Skills

Bindery operation

Machinery maintenance

Tool usage

Read specs

Quality control

Equipment adjustment

Tools

Wrenches

Screwdrivers

Punches

Knives

Job description

RR Donnelley & Sons in Madison Heights, MI, is seeking a Bindery Operator to set up, adjust and operate a range of binding machines, inspect for safety and maintain quality across production runs. You will lead a crew through all production stages, coordinate multiple workstations and ensure timely output.

Responsibilities include monitoring equipment, applying standard procedures, and making precise adjustments to maintain dimensional accuracy. Prior bindery experience is preferred.