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1ST Shift Bindery Operator

SURESTAFF

Liberty, MO

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$23–$25 Per Hour
SKILLS
Bindery Equipment, Computer Workstations, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Hand Tools, Health Plan, Identify Issues, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance, Mathematics, Metrics, Prescription Drugs, Process Sheet, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Quality Monitoring, Recruiting/Staffing Agency, Safety Equipment, Safety Standards, Time Management
LOCATION
Liberty, MO
POSTED
1 day ago
Sure-staff is seeking a Bindery Operator to join our team at our Liberty, MO facility. This position is responsible for operating a variety of auxiliary binding machines used in the production of books, catalogs, manuals, directories, magazines, and other finished products.
 SURESTAFF is invested in their team members!  All temp-to-hire employees are offered competitive compensation ($23-$25) as well as a benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental, and vision).  Generous referral bonuses are available upon hire.   The 1st shift is Monday through Friday.7:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Overtime is available on a first come, first serve basis.   Responsibilities:
  • Operate various binding machines containing cutting heads, control surfaces, and other attachments that work with other equipment to produce completed bindery products.
  • Inspect equipment for safety issues.
  • Operate automatic adhesive binding machines (perfect binders) to process collated sheets or signatures through various stages such as vibrating, milling, roughening, gluing, covering, and delivering or stacking the finished product.
  • Make necessary adjustments to coordinate multiple workstations on a single machine.
  • Direct crew members through all aspects of production.
  • Monitor quality, output, and productivity.
  • Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
 Required Qualifications:
  • Working knowledge of setup, adjustment, and procedures for folding, collating, and cutting printed materials to produce a finished product.
  • Familiarity with different paper weights, sizes, types, and colors, and the ability to identify paper conditions such as excessive moisture or curling that may require adjustments.
  • Basic understanding of mathematics (i.e. decimals, metric units) to interpret job orders and make necessary adjustments.
  • Ability to use standard and specialized tools to adjust and maintain the bindery machines.
  • Skill in using hand tools (e.g., wrenches, screwdrivers, punches, knives) and more specialized tools as provided by the machine manufacturer.
  • Knowledge of bindery equipment such as folders, cutters, collators, stitchers, drills, and binding/gluing machines.
  • Ability to read and interpret written instructions, ensuring accuracy and adherence to dimensional specifications.
  • Physical ability to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Nice to Haves:
  • Hands-on experience with various types of bindery equipment, including cutters, folders, collators, and adhesive binding machines (perfect binders).
  • Familiarity with industrial safety standards and practices in a manufacturing setting.
  • Proven track record of meeting production goals, maintaining high-quality standards, and ensuring on-time delivery of finished products.
  • Experience in troubleshooting and performing minor repairs on production equipment to maintain smooth operation.
 About Surestaff :At Surestaff, we are dedicated to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing space, we pride ourselves on connecting talent with top employers across the Midwest and Southeast. We understand that finding the right job is about more than just a paycheck – it's about finding the opportunity that fits your skills, goals, and lifestyle. Here are the benefits you’ll enjoy when you partner with us: 
  • Access to a wide range of job opportunities  
  • Competitive pay 
  • Health and Wellness Programs (including EAP) 
  • Medical benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions  
  • Electronic weekly pay 
  • Employee Advocacy & Personalized Job Support   
Surestaff also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs. Surestaff is an equal opportunity employer. Notice Regarding the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Employment DecisionsIn accordance with state mandates, we are providing this notice to inform all applicants and employees that artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used at various stages of our employment processes. This may include recruitment, screening, hiring, promotion, or other employment?related evaluations.AI tools may assist in reviewing application materials, assessing qualifications, or supporting decision?making. These tools do not replace human judgment; rather, they are used to support consistent and efficient evaluation.Our commitment to speed-to-hire means we work efficiently to get you placed in the right role, fast. If you're ready to take control of your career, explore exciting opportunities, and gain experience that lasts, then Surestaff is the place for you. Let’s get started today!    

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