Bindery Specialist

Job description

The Bindery Specialist supports the operations department by performing various finishing tasks on print jobs, such as cutting, folding, binding, and packaging. They operate different machines with training, inspect materials for quality, and troubleshoot issues to prevent rework. Strong time management, communication, and independent judgment are essential for meeting deadlines and customer specifications. They help the department meet production goals by completing projects efficiently, while considering packaging needs and shipping durability. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Cutting: Confirm correct paper stock and cut to size per job specifications. • Creasing: Crease materials, if required, at specified positions in preparation for folding, die cutting, stitching, or delivery. • Folding: Fold and trim to final size per job specifications. • Book Binding: Saddle stitch or perfect bind and final trim and package finished product for storage or mailing per job requirements. • Die Cutting: Die cut the printed piece to appropriate job specifications. • Tabbing: Placing mail tabs on mail related pieces. • Documentation: Package final product, document, and print required delivery information per job specifications. • Willing to learn new systems and methods as they are available. • Willingness to teach new employees on our practices. • Other responsibilities as required as needed. • Strictly adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner. • Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s Christian model and Mission – Training Champions for Christ. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES • This is a non-supervisory role. QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS Education and Experience • High School diploma or equivalent is required. • Commercial print bindery experience is helpful but not required. ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB Communication and Comprehension Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well-articulated information. Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner. Strong organizational skills. Excellent technology skills. Problem Solving Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature. Physical and Sensory Abilities Regularly required to hear and speak to effectively communicate orally. Often required to stand and walk about the building. Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop to conduct business. Some mathematics/geometry skills needed for cutting or setting up machines Able to read a ruler and use fractions Regularly lift 70 or fewer pounds. WORKING CONDITIONS Work Environment The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled production setting. It is well lit, and the noise level is high. Ear protection is strongly recommended. Driving Requirements If the employee is required to travel in performing the duties and responsibilities of the position, the use of one’s personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) may be required for travel. Proof of a valid driver’s license, an acceptable DMV record, LU Driving Approval, and liability insurance is required when driving in the performance of the employee’s position. Time Type Full time Location Onsite Pay Range Compensation is determined based on factors such as qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, along with University needs and external market conditions. Market benchmarks may be used, as appropriate, in combination with internal equity to ensure pay is fair and aligned with the broader compensation structure. The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits , including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. $16.83 - $21.63 The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University’s hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the “religion” component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.