Machine Operator Foil Embossing

Lakeside Book Company; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift differential

On-demand pay

Job summary

Lakeside Book Company in Hagerstown, MD is seeking a lead binder to oversee setup, operation, and optimization of bindery machinery. You will manage a 2–3 person crew, train staff, and ensure on-spec output in a fast-paced production environment.

You will interpret job tickets, maintain high safety and quality standards, and collaborate with supervisors to meet customer requirements. A strong mechanical background and precise measurement skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of proven experience in an industrial bindery or print-finishing environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to delegate tasks and coach helpers.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, troubleshoot, and operate complex bindery equipment (folding, gathering, binding, trimming) to exact specifications.
• Direct, monitor, and support a small crew of 2-3 helpers to keep production lines running efficiently.
• Actively train and cross-train crew members during press set-ups and operations to elevate their technical competencies.
• Interpret job tickets and communicate with supervisors and crew to ensure products meet customer standards.
• Rigorously adhere to safety protocols and quality controls to achieve a zero-defect output.

Skills

Leadership

Machinery troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Precision measurement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Ruler reading

Basic math calculations

Job description

Pay: $23.00/Hr. - $30.25/Hr. (Night Shift Differential) On Demand Pay available (access a portion of your earned pay before pay day)

Shift: Wednesday - Saturday 7:00am - 7:00pm

Location: Hagerstown MD

Culture & Engagement: Safety First Standard, Food Trucks, Employee Events, Holiday Parties, Employee Recognition Program, Advancement Opportunities!

Job Responsibilities:

• Master the Machinery: Set up, troubleshoot, and operate complex bindery equipment (folding, gathering, binding, and trimming) to exact specifications
• Lead by Example: Direct, monitor, and support a small, dedicated crew of 2-3 helpers to keep production lines running efficiently.
• Build Team Skills: Actively train and cross-train your crew members during press set‑ups and operations to elevate their technical competencies.
• Review Job Specifications : Interpret job tickets and communicate effectively with supervisors and your crew to ensure products meet strict customer standards.
• Maintain Safety & Quality : Rigorously adhere to all safety protocols and quality control standards, ensuring a zero-defect output.

What You Bring:

• Experience: 3 to 5 years of proven experience in an industrial bindery or print-finishing environment.
• Leadership Aptitude: Strong communication skills with the natural ability to provide clear direction, delegate tasks, and coach helpers.
• Mechanical Savvy: Highly mechanically inclined with the ability to diagnose and repair minor machinery issues on the fly.
• Technical Basics: Exceptional attention to detail, precision ruler-reading skills, and the ability to perform basic math calculations.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach continuously throughout a 12-hour shift.
• Ability to safely and repeatedly lift up to 40 lbs.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced production plant environment, which may include exposure to controlled, non-toxic chemical mists or vapors common in the printing process.