Bindery Operator

Bindery Operator

Join the Core Publishing Solutions team as a Bindery Operator, where your mechanical skills and attention to detail keep production running smoothly. You'll set up equipment, monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high-quality output in a clean, climate-controlled environment. Flexibility for multiple shifts and occasional overtime is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Review job specs for materials, setup, and production requirements
• Monitor equipment performance and product quality; coordinate maintenance when needed
• Perform simple to moderately complex troubleshooting on bindery and press equipment
• Communicate effectively during the shift and at shift hand-off
• Evaluate mechanical condition and complete preventative maintenance tasks
• Use computer-based workflow tools to manage files and job progress
• Document activities accurately in MII, SAP, and Tier Boards
• Assist with feeding, catching off, stacking, bundling, and cycle counts
• Participate actively in safety programs and maintain a safe work environment
• Meet or exceed production and quality standards using standard work procedures
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and participate in project teams
• Provide backup support to other operators as needed

Physical Requirements

• Standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching
• Wearing PPE including steel-toe shoes and ear protection

Essential Skills

• Experience with press machines, bindery equipment, and general machine operations
• Ability to troubleshoot printing and press equipment
• Understanding of bindery or subscription-based production workflows

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with computer-based workflow applications
• Familiarity with MII and SAP
• Ability to develop and implement process improvements

Why Work Here?

• Inclusive, team-focused culture
• Clean, climate-controlled production environment
• Excellent benefits package
• Company invests in the latest technology and lean manufacturing practices
• Strong opportunities for career growth and internal promotion

Work Environment & Shifts

Work in a large industrial printing and bindery facility with a close-knit production crew focused on safety, quality, and efficiency.

Shifts Available

• 1st Shift: 6:30 AM 2:30 PM
• 2nd Shift: 2:30 PM 10:30 PM
• 3rd Shift: 10:30 PM 6:30 AM

Additional Info

• Safety gear and gloves provided
• Steel-toe boot reimbursement available

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Eagan, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52,000.00 - $67,000.00/yr. Sign-on bonus of $2,500 after 90 days. Safety is a significant part of the culture. The environment is interactive, inclusive, clean, and climate-controlled. Continuous investment in large capital machines ensures the company stays at the forefront of printing technology. Excellent benefits packages are offered. The company utilizes lean manufacturing processes across the board. There is a shift differential of $3/hr for the 2nd shift and $5/hr for the 3rd shift. Employees typically start on the 2nd or 3rd shift and can be promoted internally to the 1st shift. Approximately 20-25 people retire each year, providing growth and career-building opportunities.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Eagan, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 2026.