Hand Bindery Worker jobs in Methuen, MA

Hand Bindery Worker assembles and binds printed materials into books, periodicals and pamphlets. Performs a variety of tasks including measuring, cutting, trimming, sorting, and folding materials to produce finished bound product. Being a Hand Bindery Worker may require a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. To be a Hand Bindery Worker typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. May be entry level if some experience in the skill. Gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Works under moderate supervision. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Bindery
  • Bradford & Bigelow Inc
  • Newburyport, MA FULL_TIME
  • $500 Sign on Bonus) and ($1,000 Sign-on Bonus for 2nd Shift positions!)

    No Bindery experience required; will train.

    Ample overtime opportunities.

    12% Night Shift Differential.

    POSITION SUMMARY :

    Monday through Thursday : 6pm-4am

    Bradford & Bigelow offers an extensive number of benefits including :

    • Sign-on bonus
    • Incentive awards
    • Comprehensive benefits
    • 401k and profit sharing
    • Employee recognition program
    • Growth opportunities
    • Ample overtime
    • Tuition reimbursement
    • On-site fitness facility

    The Bindery Helper performs a variety of basic hand and machine operations to gather, collate, fold, staple, or bind printed materials.

    He or she will utilize, set up, and maintain machines and perform other miscellaneous handwork that cannot be done by a machine.

    This includes but is not limited to such tasks as downpiling, feeding pockets, checking and strapping printed materials from the saddle stitcher & perfect binder, and inspecting materials for defects and imperfections.

    Primary duties :

    Read, understand, and follow work order instructions

    Learn & understand the meaning of bindery terms such as drilling, perfect binding, saddle stitching, labeling, carton packing, poly bagging, packaging, feeding pockets, tape machine, collate, gather, inserting, and downpiling.

    Recognize safe work habits, wear personal protective equipment (PPE), identify first aid kits and know how to activate emergency stop buttons.

    Correctly put forms in a pocket, jog forms accurately, and keep up with the speed of the machine.

    Utilize basic skid patterns for downpiling, keeping up with the speed of the machine, and pull full pallets out and start new pallets

    Operate a tape machine and replace tape

    Troubleshoot common operational errors

    Make carton labels

    Read and use bag tags, bag mail, skid bagged mail, how to label postal skids, and identify bad inkjetting

    Understand manufactures' recommended procedures and / or company policies for preventative maintenance

    Perform quality checks on machines and select, use and maintain the proper tools for cleaning and maintenance

    Possess a high level of quality control; correctly and efficiently identifying missing stitches, dog ears, bad trimming, glue problems, missing forms, hickeys, bad seals in polywrap, wrinkles, tears, light or dark inking, etc

    RESPONSIBILITES :

    • Follow all safety policies and procedures, including but not limited to proper use of PPEs, safe ergonomic practices, and proper and safe handling of chemicals.
    • Maintain working knowledge, awareness, and compliance with ISO Procedures.
    • May require additional availability to work evenings and / or weekends.
    • Other duties as assigned, including working where directed, be it on varying presses or in other departments.

    Requirements

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

    • Excellent vision, including the ability to perceive color
    • Ability to operate jacks, fork truck / clamp truck safely
    • Ability to work at a rapid pace
    • Ability to remain physically and mentally alert during second shift hours (6pm - 6am) where applicable
    • Ability to tolerate being exposed to loud noises and moving machinery (PPE provided)
    • Manual dexterity
    • Capable of repeated standing, walking, sitting, bending, and lifting of skids and skid boards up to 60lbs for 8-12 hours at a time

    Excellent vision

    Ability to operate jacks safely

    Ability to work at a rapid pace

    Ability to tolerate being exposed to loud noises and moving machinery (PPE provided)

    Manual dexterity

    Ability to perform the following :

    Standing 80 %

    Walking 15 %

    Sitting 5 %

    Lifting 75 % - Maximum Weight 45 lbs

    Pushing 25 % Maximum Weight 45 lbs

    Pulling 25 % Maximum Weight 45 lbs

    Stooping 5 %

    Kneeling 5 %

    Reaching 10 %

    Handling 90 %

    ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS :

    • High School Diploma or Equivalent
    • Fluent in English; written and oral
    • Problem solving skills
    • Communication skills
    • Basic math skills

    The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not a comprehensive inventory of duties and / or responsibilities.

    The Company provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected classification.

    Equal employment opportunity includes, but is not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, demotion, transfer, leaves of absence, and termination.

    The Company takes allegations of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation seriously, and will promptly investigate when such behavior is reported.

    Salary Description

    $18 per hour, based on experience

    Last updated : 2024-03-06

  • 20 Days Ago

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Machine Operator, Bindery - Nights
  • Bradford & Bigelow Inc
  • Newburyport, MA FULL_TIME
  • Description($500 Sign on Bonus) and ($1,000 Sign-on Bonus for the 2nd Shift positions!)Ample overtime opportunities.12% Night Shift DifferentialBradford & Bigelow offers an extensive number of benefit...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Bindery Helper - Nights
  • Bradford & Bigelow Inc
  • Newburyport, MA FULL_TIME
  • Description($500 Sign on Bonus) and ($1,000 Sign-on Bonus for 2nd Shift positions!)No Bindery experience required; will train.Ample overtime opportunities.12% Night Shift Differential. POSITION SUMMAR...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Bench Hand / Deburrer
  • Magellan Aerospace
  • Haverhill, MA FULL_TIME
  • Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, and defence and space agencies worldwide. At M...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Ground Worker
  • Dixon’s Tree Service, LLC
  • Kingston, NH FULL_TIME
  • About usDixon’s Tree Service, LLC is a Veteran owned, small business with headquarters in Kingston, New Hampshire. We are looking to add a ground worker to our crew with growth opportunities to become...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Laundry Worker
  • Healthcare Services Group, Inc.
  • ROCKPORT, MA OTHER
  • Overview Who We Are Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is an experienced partner managing housekeeping, laundry, dining, and nutritional services within the healthcare market. For over 45 years, we have...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Sales Professional/Business Owner
  • City Lifestyle
  • Methuen, MA
  • Join the City Lifestyle Team as a Business Owner City Lifestyle, formerly known as Lifestyle Publications, has been a po...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) - Methuen, MA (REMOTE)
  • OptiMindHealth
  • Methuen, MA
  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) $70K-85K/yr Position Requirement: Remote Full-Time and Part-time Positions...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Phlebotomist II Float
  • Quest Diagnostics
  • Methuen, MA
  • Overview: Phlebotomist II Float - Methuen, MA - Monday-Friday (Rotational Saturday) *Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Merchandiser Specialist
  • Premium Retail Services
  • Methuen, MA
  • Description and Requirements As a Premium Merchandiser Specialist, you'll represent hundreds of brands across several re...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Physical Therapist - $1,768 per week
  • TRS Healthcare
  • Methuen, MA
  • Uniti Med is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Methuen, Massachusetts. Job Description & Requireme...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Physical Therapist - $1,786 per week
  • GetMed Allied
  • Methuen, MA
  • Epic Travel Staffing Allied is seeking a travel Physical Therapist for a travel job in Methuen, Massachusetts. Job Descr...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Physical Therapy Assistant - $1,129 per week
  • Stability Healthcare
  • Methuen, MA
  • PHP is seeking a travel Physical Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Methuen, Massachusetts. Job Description & Require...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Production Operator
  • Superior Bindery Inc
  • Braintree, MA
  • Job Summary: The Production Operator will safely operate various machines and equipment involved in production. Duties/R...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Methuen /mɛˈθuːɛn/ is a statutory city and an Atlantic resort town in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States. The population was 47,255 at the 2010 census. Methuen lies along the northwestern edge of Essex County, just east of Middlesex County and just south of Rockingham County, New Hampshire. The irregularly-shaped town is bordered by Haverhill to the northeast, North Andover to the east, Lawrence and Andover to the south, Dracut (Middlesex County) to the west, Pelham, New Hampshire (Hillsborough County) to the northwest, and Salem, New Hampshire (Rockingham County) to the north. Meth...
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Income Estimation for Hand Bindery Worker jobs
$28,529 to $36,679
Methuen, Massachusetts area prices
were up 1.6% from a year ago