Digital Bindery Operator- Press Operator

Digital Bindery Operator- Press Operator

***A RESUME MUST BE SUBMITTED FOR CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION.***

Classification: Press Operator- Custodial Maintenance- C

Rate: $22.22/hour

Hours: 40 hours/week, 1.0 FTE, Full Time

Benefits: Standard Custodial Workgroup Employee Benefit, IPERS enrollment 

Start Date: January 2027, as arranged 

Summary
A digital bindery operator sets up and runs bindery equipment such as folders, cutters
and book binders to finish printed products according to job specifications. This role
requires an understanding of bindery machine technology and operations, mechanical
aptitude for minor repairs, and attention to detail to ensure high-quality, finished
products for customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: Operate various bindery machines, including folder,
  cutters, digi coil binder, booklet maker and other finishing equipment.
• Setup and Adjustment: Perform the setup and adjustment of bindery
  equipment to meet specific job requirements.
• Quality Control: Monitor the production of finished products to ensure they
  meet quality standards and customer specifications.
• Maintenance: Conduct routine maintenance on bindery machinery to keep it in
  good working order.
• Preparation for Shipment: Prepare and package finished product for shipping,
  delivery and pickup.
   

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Mechanical Aptitude: The ability to understand and operate bindery equipment.
• Computer Literacy: Basic computer skills for operating digital bindery
  equipment.
• Attention to Detail: A critical eye for detail to ensure precision in finishing.
• Physical Stamina: The ability to stand for extended periods, lift, bend, and
  perform repetitive tasks.
• Print Industry Knowledge: Prior experience in a print shop production
  environment is preferred.

Work Environment

• Bindery Operators typically work in a manufacturing environment within the
  printing industry.
• The work can be fast-paced and may require standing, bending, and lifting,
  similar to an assembly line.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use
hands and fingers to handle and/or feel objects, tools or controls; and talk and hear. The
employee will frequently use hands and fingers to type/word process, file documents,
manipulate papers, and use a copying machine. The employee frequently must squat, stoop, or
kneel, reach above the head and forward 0 -24 inches, and on occasion up to 36 inches. The
employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp items. The employee will frequently bend
or twist at the neck and trunk while performing the duties of this job. The employee must
occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, 0 - 12 feet, and occasionally up to 20 feet, such
as office materials, desks, chairs, and boxes. The employee will sometimes push/pull items
such as tables and carts. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color
vision, and the ability to adjust focus while working with computers, written materials, reports,
assessment data, etc.

Work Environment 
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is often quiet, but may become loud in large group
settings. The position requires the commitment of professional working hours that will require
the employee to arrive and leave as directed and may require the employee to extend beyond a
typical 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. workday. The employee will usually work in indoor temperatures
but will be required to work occasionally in outdoor environments.
 

Equal Opportunity Employer 
The Cedar Rapids Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district
does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, gender, national origin, religion, age,
marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability. Federal law obligates an employer
to provide reasonable accommodation for the known
disabilities of applicants, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship on the employer. If
you or someone you know requires accommodation in the hiring process, contact the Human
Resources Department at 319-558-2747.