"Bindery Specialist"

Job Details

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.

Target Hire Date
2025-12-31

Time Type
Full time

Location
Lynchburg - In Office