What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bindery Operator position at O'Neil Printing?
At O’Neil Printing, we proudly call ourselves the oldest start-up in Arizona. With 118 years of resilience and innovation behind us, we’ve evolved from a traditional commercial printer into a forward-thinking, tech-driven print solutions partner.
As an employee-owned company (ESOP), our success is powered by our people, our investment in automation and technology, and our commitment to delivering innovative solutions. While dynamic print, large-format signage, and marketing solutions fill our production floor each day, what truly inspires us is helping our customers tell their brand stories in meaningful, lasting ways.
If you enjoy working with precision equipment, take pride in quality craftsmanship, and want to grow your skills in a collaborative production environment, we’d love to meet you.
Position Overview: As a Bindery Operator, you play a key role in bringing our printed projects to life. You’ll operate and maintain bindery equipment that transforms printed sheets into polished, finished products ready for delivery.
At O’Neil, our equipment operators are cross-trained across all bindery and mailing equipment. That means this role offers variety, skill development, and the opportunity to expand your expertise across multiple finishing and mailing systems.
This position reports directly to the Production Manager.
What You’ll Do:
- Set up, adjust, and operate bindery and finishing equipment including folding, cutting, stitching, and other machinery
- Operate and support mailing equipment as part of our fully integrated production workflow
- Monitor production runs to ensure quality standards are consistently met
- Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting to keep equipment running efficiently
- Inspect finished products for accuracy, consistency, and quality
- Collaborate with team members to meet production schedules and deadlines
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures
What You Bring:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience operating bindery or mailing equipment in a printing or manufacturing environment (preferred)
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Willingness to learn, cross-train, and adapt to evolving technologies
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
This role is based in a production environment and may require flexible hours to meet business needs and production schedules. You may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, loud noise, vibration, and industrial materials.
Personal protective equipment (such as ear protection, eye protection, foot protection, lifting equipment, and protective smocks) may be required.
Physical requirements include standing, walking, sitting, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Why Join O’Neil Printing? As an employee-owner, you’re more than just part of the team, you’re part of the company’s future.
We offer:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
If you’re ready to build your career with a company that blends 118 years of legacy with innovation and ownership, we’d love to hear from you.