Finishing Machine Operator Jobs
A Finishing Machine Operator in the printing industry plays a pivotal role in the final production stage of prints. This includes operating and maintaining machinery that cuts, folds, and binds printed materials into finished books, pamphlets, catalogs, and other products. They are responsible for adjusting machine settings for various types of paper and sizes, inspecting finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications, and troubleshooting machine malfunctions. Finishing Machine Operators may also have duties such as loading and unloading materials onto the machines, performing minor repairs, and keeping their work area clean and safe.
The role often requires a high school diploma or equivalent, along with some vocational training or job-related course work. They need to have experience with related machinery, good manual dexterity, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately. Certifications from a technical school or trade association can be beneficial. Prior experience in roles such as a Press Operator, Print Machine Operator or a Prepress Technician can be advantageous for someone aiming to become a Finishing Machine Operator. These roles provide knowledge and hands-on experience with printing processes, materials, and machinery, preparing an individual for the more specialized responsibilities of a Finishing Machine Operator.
- Bradford Bigelow
- Newburyport, MA
- 2 days ago
- Bradford Bigelow
- Newburyport, MA
- 2 days ago
The Bindery Helper performs a variety of basic hand and machine operations to gather, collate, fold, staple, or bind printed materials....
Perfect Bindery Operator - Night Shift
- Bradford Bigelow
- Newburyport, MA
- 2 days ago
- Bradford Bigelow
- Newburyport, MA
- 2 days ago
POSITION SUMMARY Bindery Operators- Nights are responsible for the safe, efficient, and economical operation of bindery machinery in order to meet daily production goals in a manner consistent with...
Saddle Stitch Bindery Operator - Days
- Bradford Bigelow
- Newburyport, MA
- 2 days ago
- Bradford Bigelow
- Newburyport, MA
- 2 days ago
POSITION SUMMARY Bindery Operators- Days are responsible for the safe, efficient, and economical operation of bindery machinery in order to meet daily production goals in a manner consistent with rules...
Perfect Bindery Operator - Days
- Bradford Bigelow
- Newburyport, MA
- 2 days ago
- Bradford Bigelow
- Newburyport, MA
- 2 days ago
Bindery Operators- Days are responsible for the safe, efficient, and economical operation of bindery machinery in order to meet daily production goals in a manner consistent with rules and policies....
Saddle Stitch Bindery Operator - Night Shift
- Bradford Bigelow
- Newburyport, MA
- 2 days ago
- Bradford Bigelow
- Newburyport, MA
- 2 days ago
POSITION SUMMARY Bindery Operators- Nights are responsible for the safe, efficient, and economical operation of bindery machinery in order to meet daily production goals in a manner consistent with...
General Labor/Entry Level Roles
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Lafayette Hill, PA
- 3 days ago
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Lafayette Hill, PA
- 3 days ago
Build your Career with an Industry Leader As the global leader of premium labels, MCC helps brands stand out in competitive markets and inspire positive consumer experiences. Backed by over a...
Bobst Operator - Embossing - Nights - $5K relocation bonus to St Louis
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Chicago, IL
- 6 days ago
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Chicago, IL
- 6 days ago
We are currently looking for an experienced Letterpress Operator to run every type of operation on the Bobst press - this includes but is not limited to Steel Rule Die Cutting, Embossing and Foil Stamping...
General Labor - All Shifts Available
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Batavia, OH
- 6 days ago
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Batavia, OH
- 6 days ago
cutting machine is maintained; solve any occurring problems in the feeding guide of the die-cutting machine Assist the die-cutting operator when and where needed Double check job order information,...
- Garrison Printing Company, Inc.
- Merchantville, NJ
- 10 days ago
- Garrison Printing Company, Inc.
- Merchantville, NJ
- 10 days ago
Seeking a Saddle Stitcher Operator to run/maintain 8-pocket + cover feeder Muller Martini Minuteman. Experience operating a Stitcher is a must / additional experience operating cutting/folding...
POSITION SUMMARY: The Production Operator, Manufacturing is required to perform many functions within the center, including, but not limited to, operating a wide variety of equipment, moving boxes...
machines General knowledge of the more complex bindery machines (i.e. fully automatic binding machines (perfect binders), multiple station collators and multiple folding units, either individually...
capabilities (power paper cutters, power collators and gatherers, power folders, power speed binder) which can be electromechanically combined with other equipment and devices to produce a complete bindery...
Print Shop Operator JobID: 594 Position Type: Finance Date Posted: 3/10/2025 Location: Transportation Facility Additional Information: Show/Hide Position Type: Business Professional Location:...
Our Miami Gardens, FL location is currently seeking an experienced Bindery Operator!...
As a Bindery Specialist, youll work in a high quality team environment and participate in the finishing and kitting of printed marketing, promotional and training materials....
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Finishing Machine Operators offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Finishing Machine Operator position
- Supply Chain
- Machining
- Sorting
- Stacking
- Punctual
- Military Background
- Safe Quality Food
- Milling
- Hand Tools
- 5S
- Reimbursement
- Machine Setup
- Make-Ready
- Heidelberg
- Commercial Printing
- Lithography
- Bindery
- Large Format Printing
- Binding
- Digital Printing
- Die Cutting
- Print Production
- Printing
- Direct Mail
- Finishing
- Machine Operation
- Mechanically Inclined
- Publishing
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Lean Manufacturing
- Graphic Design
- Packing
- Preventive Maintenance
- Shipping
- Quality Control Inspection
- Specifications
- Forklift Operator
- Packaging
- Math
- Troubleshooting
- High School Diploma
- Quality Control
- Filing
- Inventory Management
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Staff Supervision
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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