Print Production Assistant

Curran Associates, Inc.; Town of Red Hook (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Curran Associates, Inc. is seeking a hands-on production assistant for our print shop. You will be trained to operate a perfect binding machine and a hydraulic book trimmer, and you will move finished books through the staging process.

The role involves standing for 8 hours, lifting up to 50 lbs, and maintaining a clean, safe work area. Training is provided; prior bindery experience is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• Prior bindery, print shop, or production experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate a perfect bind binder and hydraulic book trimmer (training provided).
• Move stacks of books and boxes of finished product throughout the shift.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe.

Job description

Company Overview:

Curran Associates, Inc. is a family-run business dedicated to the printing and distribution of specialized engineering publications, including conference proceedings, to libraries worldwide. Since 1984, we have established ourselves as the leading supplier of engineering conference materials and now serve over 900 technical publishers who opt for electronic-only formats.

Job description:

We're looking for a hands-on production assistant to help in our print shop. You'll be trained to operate a perfect binding machine and a hydraulic book trimmer, and you'll handle finished books through the staging process.

What the job involves:

• Operating a perfect bind binder and hydraulic book trimmer/cutter (training provided)
• Moving stacks of books and boxes of finished product throughout the shift
• Keeping your work area clean, organized, and safe
• Prior bindery, print shop, or production experience is a plus, but not required

Schedule:

Monday–Friday

8 hours/day (40 hrs/week)

Operating hours of 8am-4pm

Essential physical requirements:

• Able to stand and remain on your feet for up to 8 hours per day
• Able to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 50 lbs regularly

Who does well here:

Someone reliable, comfortable with repetitive physical work, safety-conscious around machinery, and attentive to detail.