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Saddle Stitch Operator

Quad
Quad Salary
Hartford, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 1/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/9/2026
As a global marketing experience company, Quad’s goal is to help our clients win every day. We use our data-driven integrated marketing and manufacturing platform to streamline solutions for our clients, reduce friction and enhance their marketing spend effectiveness. We’ve built a rich legacy by believing in our people, allowing them to act like owners and to take charge of their own success. Whether an operator, sales rep, a graphic artist or a clinician, we’re all driven to perform at our best— for ourselves and our clients. At our core, we’re a company that believes we can always create a better way.

Ready to join a company where your skills make an impact, and your future has no limits? Quad, a global leader in marketing and print solutions, is looking for Skilled Saddle Stitch Operators to bring precision, quality, and innovation to our state-of-the-art Hartford, WI mega plant.

Why Quad?

  • Top Pay for Top Talent: Earn $21–$26/hr based on experience.
  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a non-rotating compressed schedule—just 3–4 days a week, 12-hour shifts (7 a.m.–7 p.m. or 7 p.m.–7 a.m.), with OT after 40 hours.
  • Relocation Bonus: Paid relocation for qualified candidates living 100 miles away.
  • Premium Perks: Climate-controlled facility, on-site medical clinic, fitness center, and free outdoor recreation for you and your family.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave, adoption benefits, pet insurance, and more.

What You’ll Do

  • Set up and operate advanced saddle-stitch equipment to deliver high-quality, on-time results.
  • Troubleshoot, maintain, and optimize machines for peak performance.
  • Lead by example—some roles include supervisory opportunities.
  • Keep safety and cleanliness as top priorities while driving productivity.
  • Experience with Muller Martini 12-40 pocket machines or Goss 855s is a plus, but we welcome operators with other saddle-stitch experience.

What We’re Looking For

  • Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical instructions.
  • Knowledge of bindery processes and safety standards.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.

Why Hartford?

Our Hartford plant is one of the largest in the industry—1.6 million sq. ft., climate-controlled, and located in a thriving community just 38 miles from Milwaukee.

Additional Information

Your pay will reflect your experience, skills, and performance. The actual rate of pay offered varies based on factors such as education, proficiency, shift, and location. In addition to base pay, you may also earn overtime and shift differentials, giving you the opportunity to boost your income.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career with Quad, apply today and become part of a team that values growth, innovation, and your potential to excel.

We offer excellent benefits to eligible employees, including 401(k), holidays, vacations and more.

Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a place of belonging — a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

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