Operator , Bindery - Night Shift

Company Overview

Amsive places people first and has led print production for over 40 years. We specialize in high‑quality, end‑to‑end print and mail production, handling everything in‑house. Our temperature‑controlled, bright, and clean facilities foster collaboration and pride in results. Join a team that boldly advances the future of print production together.

On‑site role at 605 Territorial Dr, Bolingbrook, IL 60440. Work hours are 5 pm – 5 am with rotating scheduled weekends.

Operate a high‑speed processing and finishing system for the printing and mailing industry, transforming large rolls of printed paper into final products such as direct mail, transactional documents, inserts, and book blocks.

• Operate and set up Tecnau and Hunkeler finishing lines and traditional cutters and folders in bindery.
• Enter data into ERP to monitor overall performance, efficiency, and quality.
• Perform equipment start‑up, shut‑down, and preventive maintenance.
• Sample and monitor product quality, making modifications as needed.
• Troubleshoot finishing line performance and quality problems, correcting them and stabilizing performance as they occur.
• Replenish materials as they are depleted.
• Maintain production, efficiency, and quality records related to the finishing/bindery operation.
• Support the manufacture of personal products through continuous production, requiring understanding of work methods and procedures as well as various binding machines.
• Work is typically routine, although some discretion may be allowed. Apply limited knowledge and expertise for short‑term tasks and projects for business needs.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

• Print & Mail Production Background:
  Familiarity with print workflows, mailpiece formats (letters, flats, postcards), and USPS postal regulations.
• Machine Operation:
  Experience setting up and running high‑speed finishing equipment (inserters, folders, cutters, stackers, unwinders, stitchers, binders).
• Mechanical Aptitude:
  Ability to troubleshoot jams, misfeeds, or alignment issues, adjusting rollers, knives, perforators, or sensors on the fly.
• Quality Control:
  Check for print defects, alignment, correct collation, and address readability to meet postal automation standards.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Document regular activities and e‑mail correspondence.
• Add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Apply common sense to carry out detailed written or oral instructions and deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi‑task.
• Aptitude for accuracy and meticulous eye for detail.
• Work independently.

Not responsible for supervising other employees.

Indoor, temperature‑controlled production facility.

• Stand on feet for at least 8 hours per day.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Personal Protection Equipment (PPE):
  Certain PPE may be required while performing specific job functions.

Amsive is a Federal Contractor, and this position may require government security clearance for certain projects.

This job description is not intended to cover every activity or duty. Duties may change at any time with or without notice.

If you need assistance seeking a job opportunity at Amsive, or require reasonable accommodation in the application process, please call (331) 318‑7800.

Amsive is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building a supportive and inclusive environment for all employees. Amsive’s continuing policy provides equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Amsive also takes affirmative action as required by law to ensure minority groups, women, disabled veterans, other protected veterans, and qualified disabled persons are considered for employment and promotion.