Bindery Operator

Join a Legacy of Quality, Innovation, and CommunityModern Litho is a local, family-owned printing company with over 85 years of industry-leading experience. We specialize in high-quality commercial printing and proudly serve clients across the country. As a family-owned business, we value our employees and cultivate a supportive, team-oriented environment with opportunities for growth and long-term success. Join us and become a part of a company that blends cutting-edge expertise with deep-rooted community values.Freshly Printed: The Role You've Been Looking ForAs a Bindery Operator, you will play a critical role in our manufacturing and finishing operations. This position supports both bindery and wide format production, involving hands-on work with printing, finishing, and post-production equipment. You'll assist with collating, stitching, cutting, coiling, gluing, laminating, mounting, and packing materials, while also operating wide format printing and finishing equipment to produce banners, decals, posters, and signage. This is a fast-paced, detail-driven role that requires mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and pride in producing quality work.From Setup to Finish: Your Role in the ProcessSet up and operate bindery, finishing, and wide format equipment according to job specificationsStitch, punch, coil, cut, glue, laminate, mount, and grommet materialsFollow job tickets and written instructions to meet customer requirementsPerform routine cleaning, basic preventative maintenance, and troubleshootingEnter time and material data into production tracking systemsMaintain image quality, color accuracy, and overall production standardsWork collaboratively with team members and supervisors to meet deadlinesFollow standard work practices and maintain a safe work environmentThe Fine Print: What You Need to SucceedQuality-minded with strong attention to detailAbility to read and understand job tickets and production instructionsMechanical aptitude and problem-solving skillsStrong attendance, work ethic, and reliabilityWillingness to work overtime when neededMust be at least 18 years of age to operate equipmentBasic computer skills for data entry and job trackingAbility to lift 50-60 lbs and perform pulling, pushing, reaching, stooping, and standing for the duration of the shiftPrevious experience operating machinery is preferred but not required - training is available for motivated candidates.Your Production ScheduleMonday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PMOvertime availableAll the Good Stuff: Your BenefitsCompany 401(k) Plan with Employer MatchHealth, Dental, and Vision InsuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)Voluntary Benefits: Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life InsurancePaid Time Off (PTO)9 Paid Holidays$1,000 Employee Referral BonusEmployee Wellness Program