Bindery Operator 1
Salary$19 – $28/hr
LocationSaint Charles, IL, us
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
DepartmentProduction & Manufacturing
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 6, 2026 · 6d ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Familiarity with different paper weights, sizes, kinds and colors
Familiarity with basic mathematics (i.e. decimals, metric units)
Ability to use full range of standard and specialized tools to adjust and maintain bindery machines
Skill in making adjustments to powered machines using handtools
Ability to read and interpret written work indicating machine operations
Knowledge of operating procedures for bindery equipment such as folders, cutters, collators, stitchers, drills, binding/gluing machines
Working knowledge of setup, adjustment, capabilities and limitations of equipment for folding, collating, and cutting
Set up, adjust and operate auxiliary binding machines
May set up automatic bindery machines with multiple functions
Inspect equipment for safety issues
May operate automatic adhesive binding machines (perfect binders)
Make needed adjustments to coordinate multiple work stations on a single machine
Direct crew through all aspects of production
Monitor quality, output and productivity
Share expertise and help train other employees
Pre-employment background and drug screen
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Paid time off
Disability insurance
401(k)
Life insurance
Tuition assistance
Maternity leave
Adoption assistance
Company Description
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RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the industry’s most trusted portfolio of creative execution and world-wide business process consulting, with services designed to lower environmental impact. With 22,000 clients, including 93% of the Fortune 100, and 32,000 employees across 28 countries, RRD brings the expertise, execution, and scale designed to transform customer touchpoints into meaningful moments of impact.
Job Description
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Set up, adjust and operate a variety of auxiliary binding machines containing several cutting heads, control surfaces or other attachments (i.e. inkjet and mailing devices, case making & decorating equipment, folders, cutters, collators, stitchers, drills, binding/gluing machines
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May set up automatic bindery machines containing multiple functions and station capabilities (power paper cutters, power collators and gatherers, power folders, power speed binder) which can be electromechanically combined with other equipment and devices to produce a complete bindery and finishing unit that processes printed sheets into final books, catalogs, manuals, directories, magazines or other completed products
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Inspect equipment for safety issues
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May operate automatic adhesive binding machines (perfect binders) that contain numerous interrelated process stations that are fed collated sheets or signatures and perform such functions as vibrating, milling, roughening, gluing, covering and delivering or stacking completed books, magazines or catalogs
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Make needed adjustments to coordinate the multiple work stations on a single machine
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Direct crew though all aspects of production
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Monitor quality, output and productivity
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Share your expertise and help train other employees as assigned
Qualifications
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Familiarity with different paper weights, sizes, kinds and colors so as to be able to identify paper conditions (i.e. excessive moisture or curling that frequently requires additional machine adjustment)
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Familiarity with basic mathematics (i.e. decimals, metric units) to understand dimensional requirements contained in job orders and to make more complicated adjustments
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Ability to use the full range of standard and specialized tools and devices to adjust and maintain the functional accuracy and operating conditions of the bindery machines
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Skill in making adjustments to powered machines using handtools (i.e. wrenches, screwdrivers, punches, knives) as well as more specialized hand tools, usually furnished by the machine manufacturer
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Ability to read and interpret written work which indicates the number and sequence of machine operations required to complete the work and maintain dimensional accuracy in accordance with instructions provided
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Knowledge of operating procedures for bindery equipment such as folders, cutters, collators, stitchers, drills, binding/gluing machines
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Working knowledge of the set up, adjustment, procedures, capabilities and limitations of equipment to perform the full range of standard and specialized folding, collating, and cutting of printed materials to complete a finished product
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Other duties as assigned
Additional Information
* 5 positions needed
1st 6a-6p M-W Rotating
2nd 6p-6a Sunday-Tuesday (shift differental)
1st 6a-6p Th-Sa Rotating back half
2nd 6p-6a Wed - Fri - (Shift Differential)
2nd 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm M-F (Shift Differential)
The pay range for this role at the noted location is $18.69 to $27.60 per hour. The actual rate of pay offered may vary based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift, and location. In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include overtime, shift differential, call-in, and stand-by pay. RRD offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance, maternity leave, adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts.
Legal
RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans
Hiring process
At RRD, we value innovation, authenticity, and integrity. To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools during interviews to ensure an authentic and secure experience. We appreciate your cooperation as we work to maintain a transparent and equitable hiring process.
All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen.