Bindery Operator

Now Hiring: Bindery Machine Operators Location: Plymouth and Minnetonka Schedules: 2:00PM-10:30PM M-F Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Placement About the Role Are you mechanically inclined, detail-driven, and energized by a fast-paced production environment? Join our team as a Bindery Machine Operator, where you'll set up, operate, and maintain bindery and finishing equipment to produce high-quality printed materials. You'll work with both machinery and hands-on finishing tasks, ensuring every product meets precise quality standards. What You'll Do Review work orders to understand job specifications and production requirements Set up and operate a machine to cut, sort, and collate full sheets Load materials and monitor machine performance for accuracy and consistency Inspect stitched, collated, bound, and unbound products for defects Perform hand bindery tasks: kitting, collating, sorting, finishing, and assembly Apply stickers, labels, and other finishing components Stitch or glue bindings, endpapers, and signatures using machines or manual tools Accept or reject finished products based on quality standards Perform routine maintenance and assist with equipment repairs or rebuilds Troubleshoot machine issues to minimize downtime Essential Skills & Experience 1+ year of machine operation experience OR strong machine operating skills at a set up level with manual machines Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working around production machinery Experience with machine setup and operation in a print or bindery environment Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly Excellent attention to detail and ability to spot defects Ability to follow written instructions and work orders accurately Experience performing quality checks on printed or bound materials Troubleshooting skills for bindery or printing equipment Ability to thrive in a fast-paced production setting Experience in cutting, folding, stitching, gluing, and kitting Reliability in meeting production schedules and quality expectations Why You'll Love Working Here Stable, family-owned company with a strong reputation Supportive team environment focused on quality and craftsmanship Clean, organized facility with modern equipment 401(k) with 3% company match Opportunities for long-term growth and skill development Company investment in people, processes, and equipment Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hopkins, MN. Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Hopkins, MN. Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on May 18, 2026.