Senior Bindery Operator with Independent Setups

Prisma Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Austin is seeking an experienced Bindery Operator to independently set up and operate bindery equipment to produce high-quality finished products. The role requires hands-on experience with cutter, folder, and stitcher setups within a commercial printing environment.

The successful candidate will read job tickets, adjust machines, verify folds and cuts, troubleshoot issues, and maintain a clean, safe workspace while meeting production deadlines.

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.
• Proficient reading of job tickets and production specifications.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Maintain safety procedures and a clean, organized work area.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate bindery equipment to meet job specifications.
• Read and interpret job tickets, layouts, and production specifications.
• Measure and verify folds, cuts, page order, alignment, and finished dimensions.
• Inspect work quality during production and troubleshoot issues.
• Maintain production schedules and meet deadlines.
• Record production counts, waste, and completed work.
• Follow safety procedures and keep equipment clean.
• Communicate production issues or delays to bindery leadership.

Skills

Bindery operation

Machine setup

Quality inspection

Reading job tickets

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Tools

Cutter

Folder

Stitcher

Foil stamping

Die cutting

Gluing

Job description

Prisma Austin is seeking an experienced Bindery Operator to independently set up and operate bindery equipment to produce high-quality finished products. The role requires hands-on experience with cutter, folder, and stitcher setups within a commercial printing environment.

The successful candidate will read job tickets, adjust machines, verify folds and cuts, troubleshoot issues, and maintain a clean, safe workspace while meeting production deadlines.