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Foil Embossing - Bindery Operator 2 Bobst Machine Front Half Days
Hagerstown, MD, USPosted Yesterday
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Job Description
You will oversee the complete finishing process—including folding, gathering, binding, and trimming for both premium hardcover book blocks and paperback finished books.
If you are a seasoned print professional who enjoys leading a small team, solving mechanical puzzles, and delivering a flawless final product, we want you on our floor.
Pay: $23.00/Hr. – $30.25/Hr. (Night Shift Differential) On Demand Pay available (access a portion of your earned pay before pay day)
Shift: Sunday to Wednesday 7:00am - 7:00pm
Location: Hagerstown MD
Culture & Engagement: Safety First Standard, Food Trucks, Employee Events, Holiday Parties, Employee Recognition Program, Advancement Opportunities!
Job Responsibilities:
Master the Machinery: Set up, troubleshoot, and operate complex bindery equipment (folding, gathering, binding, and trimming) to exact specifications
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Lead by Example: Direct, monitor, and support a small, dedicated crew of 2–3 helpers to keep production lines running efficiently.
Build Team Skills: Actively train and cross-train your crew members during press set-ups and operations to elevate their technical competencies.
Review Job Specifications: Interpret job tickets and communicate effectively with supervisors and your crew to ensure products meet strict customer standards.
Maintain Safety & Quality: Rigorously adhere to all safety protocols and quality control standards, ensuring a zero-defect output.
What You Bring:
Experience: 3 to 5 years of proven experience in an industrial bindery or print-finishing environment.
Leadership Aptitude: Strong communication skills with the natural ability to provide clear direction, delegate tasks, and coach helpers.
Mechanical Savvy: Highly mechanically inclined with the ability to diagnose and repair minor machinery issues on the fly.
Technical Basics: Exceptional attention to detail, precision ruler-reading skills, and the ability to perform basic math calculations.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach continuously throughout a 12-hour shift.
Ability to safely and repeatedly lift up to 40 lbs.
Comfort working in a fast-paced production plant environment, which may include exposure to controlled, non-toxic chemical mists or vapors common in the printing process.