Skilled Printer & Bindery Machine Operator

Join Our Team: Skilled Printing/Binder Operator Wanted!

Are you a skilled printing professional with a passion for quality and efficiency? We’re seeking a talented Printing/Binder Operator to join our dynamic team! In this hands-on role, you’ll operate and maintain advanced printing and finishing equipment to produce high-quality yearbooks and related materials. If you're looking for an opportunity to showcase your expertise and grow into a leadership role, we want to hear from you!

At School Portraits by Adams Photography we are in the people business! Relationships between our team and our customers are the driving force behind what we do every day. Since 2003 we have been providing memorable picture day experiences to schools throughout Southern California. We deliver full in-house service to hundreds of schools from the moment our fun and friendly Photographers capture that perfect smile, to the moment our production experts create and ship customized portrait products and yearbooks from our own production lab.

What We’re Looking For:

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  Experienced in High-Volume Printing: You’ve worked in fast-paced print shops, bindery operations, and are familiar with the intricacies of finishing processes.

  
  


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  Leadership Potential: You’re eager to take on a leadership role and guide a team to success.

  
  


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  Attention to Detail: Quality is your top priority, and you ensure every project meets the highest standards.

  
  


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  Problem-Solver: You tackle challenges head-on with critical thinking and resourcefulness to keep production on track.

  
  

Key Responsibilities:

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  Operate & Maintain Equipment: Work with state-of-the-art printing and finishing equipment such as:

  
  
  
  
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    Ricoh Digital Press Models (Pro C9210, 7200X, 7210)

    
    
  
  
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    Duplo DC-646 Cutter/Creaser

    
    
  
  
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    Horizon Perfect Binder BQ-500

    
    
  
  
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    Laminators, guillotine cutters, and casing-in machines

    
    
  
  
  
  


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  Quality Control: Monitor every stage of production to ensure flawless results from start to finish.

  
  


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  Troubleshoot & Maintain: Solve machine errors, conduct routine maintenance, and keep downtime to a minimum.

  
  


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  Optimize Workflow: Collaborate with the production team to increase efficiency and streamline operations.

  
  


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  Train & Mentor: Share your knowledge and help mentor junior team members.

  
  


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  Clean & Safe Environment: Maintain a well-organized workspace while adhering to safety guidelines.

  
  

Required Skills & Qualifications:

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  3+ years of experience in print shop and bindery operations.

  
  


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  Hands-on experience with digital printing presses, cutters, binders, and finishing equipment.

  
  


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  Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.

  
  


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  Knowledge of paper types, print layouts, and binding processes.

  
  


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  Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a keen eye for detail.

  
  


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  Excellent communication skills and a collaborative team player.

  
  


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  Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.

  
  


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  Must be available to work on-site, Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM.

  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

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  Experience leading or supervising a bindery or print production team.

  
  


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  Knowledge of color management and print calibration.

  
  


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  Experience with workflow automation and finishing equipment software.

  
  

We Offer:

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  Competitive salary based on experience.

  
  


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  Health, dental, and vision insurance.

  
  


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  401k with company match.

  
  


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  Paid vacation and 8 paid holidays.

  
  


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  Growth opportunities and leadership roles within the company.

Welcoming applicants from surrounding areas of Riverside, San Bernadino and Orange counties!