Website Binderyonics, Inc.
Premier Trade Bindery, Finisher, Mailer
We are a fast-paced commercial printing and bindery facility seeking an experienced 1st Shift Stitcher Operator to run and maintain our saddle-stitching and finishing lines (stitching, imaging, wafer sealing, shrink wrapping, gluing, and mailing).
No Stitcher Operator Experience? We are ready to train a candidate who has excellent mechanical ability and would like to learn a new trade in the printing industry!
**Position Overview**
You will operate, set up, and perform routine maintenance on saddle stitchers and related equipment while helping the team meet daily production schedules with high quality and safety standards.
**Key Responsibilities**
– Perform complete setup and operation of saddle stitchers and ancillary bindery equipment
– Review job tickets, interpret instructions, and select optimal stitching/finishing methods
– Run production jobs efficiently while monitoring quality and output
– Perform routine equipment maintenance (knife changes, stitch head adjustments, greasing, lubricating, etc.)
– Keep accurate production records, job tickets, and time sheets
– Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
– Follow all required quality control and safety procedures
– Notify the supervisor immediately of any machinery or material issues
– Assist in keeping stock and materials ready to avoid downtime
– Work cooperatively with team members and leads in other departments
– Perform other bindery duties as needed
**Requirements**
– Proven hands-on experience operating and setting up **Heidelberg and/or Muller Martini saddle stitchers** (or comparable equipment) – REQUIRED
– Working knowledge of shrink wrappers, wafer sealers, gluing, and mailing equipment
– Good math and measurement skills
– Ability to read and follow written job instructions for machine setup
– Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
– Reliable attendance, punctuality, and a positive safety attitude
– Ability to work overtime and weekends as required
If you’re a skilled stitcher operator who takes pride in running clean, efficient, high-quality jobs, we want you on our team!
**Competitive wages | 401k | Full benefits | Plenty of overtime available**
Apply in person or send resume to:
Beth Caldwell
811 Lively Blvd.
Wood Dale, IL 60191
Email: bethc@binderyonics.com
No phone calls please. Equal Opportunity Employer.
To apply for this job email your details to bethc@binderyonics.com
