Senior Bindery Operator: Precision Finishing & Setup Expert

Prisma Graphic Corporation; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Graphic Corporation in Austin, TX is seeking an experienced Bindery Operator to independently set up and operate bindery equipment. You will work with cutters, folders, and stitchers to meet job specifications and production standards, with minimal supervision.

The role demands strong attention to detail, the ability to read job tickets and production specs, and hands-on experience in commercial printing bindery processes; experience with high-end finishing is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a bindery operator in a commercial printing environment.
• Ability to independently set up cutters, folders, and stitchers.
• Strong working knowledge of bindery equipment and finishing processes.
• Ability to read and understand job tickets and production specifications.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate bindery equipment to meet job specifications.
• Independently perform machine setups on cutters, folders, and stitchers to meet job requirements and production standards.
• Read and interpret job tickets, layouts, and production specifications.
• Measure and verify folds, cuts, page order, alignment, and finished dimensions.
• Inspect work throughout production to ensure quality standards are met.
• Troubleshoot machine and process issues and make necessary adjustments.
• Maintain production schedules and meet deadlines.
• Record production counts, waste, and completed work.
• Perform routine maintenance and keep equipment clean and in good working order.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Communicate production issues, quality concerns, or delays to bindery leadership.
• Experience with foil stamping, die cutting, and gluing is a plus.

Skills

Bindery operations

Cutter setup

Folder setup

Stitcher setup

Quality inspection

Reading job tickets

Attention to detail

Reliability

Tools

Cutter

Folder

Stitcher

Die cutting

Foil stamping

Job description

Prisma Graphic Corporation in Austin, TX is seeking an experienced Bindery Operator to independently set up and operate bindery equipment. You will work with cutters, folders, and stitchers to meet job specifications and production standards, with minimal supervision.

The role demands strong attention to detail, the ability to read job tickets and production specs, and hands-on experience in commercial printing bindery processes; experience with high-end finishing is a plus.