Bindery Operator

Meridian is excited to add a full-time team member to our growing Production Department. In this role, you’ll work with a variety of finishing equipment in our modern, high-quality production environment. If you have a mechanical aptitude, enjoy hands-on work, and want to be part of a positive, collaborative, and growth-focused culture, this could be the perfect fit. We provide structured training to help motivated candidates grow into a fully skilled Bindery Operator capable of meeting quality, accuracy, and production standards.

REQUIRED CORE COMPETENCIES
• Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in learning bindery/finishing equipment.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and overall quality.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and established production processes.
• Comfortable standing and moving for long periods (8–10 hour shifts).
• Ability to lift 10–15 pounds continuously, and up to 50–70 pounds occasionally.
• Prior bindery, print finishing, or machine operation experience preferred, but not required for the right candidate.

WHAT YOU WILL DO
• Learn to operate a variety of bindery equipment under the guidance of experienced team members.
• Assist in reading job tickets, preparing materials, and tracking production tasks.
• Learn setup and operation of cutters, folders, stitchers, drills, coil/comb binding machines, and other finishing equipment.
• Support quality checks to ensure accuracy in trimming, folding, alignment, and overall appearance.
• Help maintain inventory of bindery supplies such as blades, drill bits, binding elements, and packaging materials.
• Participate in routine cleaning and maintenance to ensure equipment reliability.
• Develop troubleshooting skills to address jams, misfeeds, or quality issues.
• Gain understanding of best practices in print finishing, workflow, and production efficiency.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR
• A hands-on learner with curiosity and motivation to build a skilled trade in print finishing.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and willingness to ask questions.
• Excellent attention to detail, especially in measurement, trimming, and visual quality.
• Team player with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Reliable, punctual, and eager to grow with Meridian.
OUR OFFERINGS
• Competitive compensation – experienced operators earn $22.50+ per hour, plus a $1,000 sign-on bonus

• Full benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and 401(k) with company match.
• Stable Monday–Friday day shift schedule with overtime opportunities
• Full-time role with growth potential within the Production/Press Department
• Supportive, team-focused work environment