Stitcher Operator

Become a Stitcher Operator at Allied Printing Services, Inc.

Allied Printing Services Inc. is a family-ran, full-service commercial and financial printer that's been leading the industry since 1949. With advanced sheetfed, web, mailing, data, fulfillment, large format, digital press capabilities plus New England's largest bindery/finishing operation we're proud of our history and excited about our future. Now, we're looking for skilled Stitcher Operator to join our growing bindery team.

Stitcher Operator As a Stitcher Operator, you'll use your technical skills and mechanical talent to operate and maintain the stitcher equipment into finished, high-quality products. You'll transform printed material into perfectly bounded products using state-of-the-art finishing equipment in the bindery department.

What You'll Do:

• Set up, operate, and monitor the saddle stitcher machine to bind printed materials into complete booklets.
• Load pockets in the correct order, make adjustments to stitcher heads, trimmers, and punch as needed.
• Inspect finished work during production runs to ensure accuracy and quality standards are met.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on the stitcher machine including lubrication, repairs, changing knives, and replacing belts.
• Troubleshoot machine issues to minimize downtime and maximize production efficiency.
• Maintain accurate production documentation and ensure work aligns with job specifications.

What You Bring:

• 12 years of related experience in bindery or printing operations.
• Allied training: 612 months.
• Experience operating Muller stitchers or similar bindery finishing equipment preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Keen attention to detail with a focus on product quality and efficiency.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Walking 50% | Standing 50% | Lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying 2550 lbs. and more. | Ability to stand for extended periods. | Safely move materials weighing 500750 lbs.| Using manual pallet trucks |
• Ability to lift, move, and position materials throughout the workday and safely operate warehouse equipment for extended periods.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and handling of materials.

The Details: Job Type: Full Time Shifts Available: 3rd shift (12:00am-8:00am)

Why You'll Love Working Here: You'll join a supportive team that values innovation, teamwork, and growth. We're proud of our history but even more excited about the future and we're looking for motivated people like you to help us get there. If you meet our minimum qualifications and are eager to thrive in a fast-paced, growing environment, we invite you to become part of our team. This is an excellent opportunity to build your career with a company that combines decades of expertise with a commitment to innovation and exceptional service. Great Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, 401(k), 401(k) match, Employee Assistance Program, Voluntary Benefits: Critical, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Holiday, 2nd (12%) & 3rd (15%) shift differentials, Paid Weekly, Growth Opportunities, Employee Referral Bonus, Work-Life Balance, Great Company Culture. Allied Printing Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants and employees are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, genetic information, disability, military or veterans' status or any other legally protected status or basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Allied Printing Services prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on these protected categories. If you need an accommodation to apply, please let us know.