Bindery Manager at Mittera Group Inc

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jun, 26

Salary

65000.0

Posted On

19 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Production Oversight, Scheduling, Delegation, Budget Management, Equipment Maintenance, Process Improvement, Quality Control, Cost Reduction, Training, Problem Solving, Employee Relations, Safety Compliance, Documentation, Project Leadership, Material Management, Inventory Control

Industry

Advertising Services

Description

Description Bindery Managers are responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the bindery department. This role ensures seamless execution of post-press production, including cutting, folding, stitching, and finishing processes, while maintaining the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and safety. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Oversee production across all shifts by prioritizing, scheduling, and delegating work assignments to ensure high-quality output is delivered on time, within budget, and to customer specifications. Partner with other departments to align and maintain production schedules, ensuring seamless workflow and communication across the organization. Maximize the utilization of equipment and team capabilities by strategically scheduling jobs, reducing setup times, and aligning tasks with employee skill sets. Ensure bindery machinery and related equipment are maintained in proper operating conditions to minimize downtime, control costs, and meet quality standards. Actively participate in cross-functional teams to drive ongoing improvements in methods, processes, and productivity, with a focus on quality enhancement and cost reduction. Inspect products and processes regularly to ensure compliance with company standards and customer requirements. Monitor and manage labor, materials, and supplies to remain within budgetary constraints while maintaining performance standards. Provide onboarding, training, and ongoing development for employees to ensure they meet safety, quality, and productivity expectations, in line with company principles. Serve as a subject matter expert and problem solver for the bindery department and other teams on technical or operational issues. Foster a positive work environment by promoting open communication, building strong employee relations, and maintaining morale. Organize and maintain proper levels of supplies, oils, fluids, and tools, securing cost-effective purchasing where possible. Keep leadership informed of production status, quality concerns, cost variances, or issues impacting safety, efficiency, or morale. Ensure adherence to all safety regulations, work rules, and housekeeping standards. Complete all required paperwork, reports, and documentation accurately and on time. Lead or support assigned projects and contribute to company-wide initiatives. All other duties as assigned Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In keeping with Mittera’s philosophy that each individual should be encouraged to reach his or her full potential, and in compliance with the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations or modifications will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Hours may vary depending on departmental staffing needs. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred 3 – 5+ years of experience as a binder operator Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos Effective communications skills with all levels within the organization Ability to use basic math skills, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, measurements and critical thinking, to solve practical problems Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form Must have the ability to work effectively in stressful situations and meet stringent deadlines Be organized and able to plan, prioritize and follow through on projects assigned with minimal supervision Has basic computer skills Must be self-motivated, reliable, quality, and safety oriented Physical Requirements Requires use of proper body mechanics with pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, squatting, kneeling and bending Pushing/pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs Requires fine motor hand and arm movement, manual dexterity and coordination Requires near visual acuity Requires working around and operating departmental equipment Must be able to access and navigate each department in the facility Requires the ability to function in a professional manner under stressful circumstances Mittera is a leading-edge company that provides commercial and digital printing, finishing, graphic design, data analytics, direct mail processing, and fulfillment services. Mittera's full-service approach connects data-driven revelations, bar-raising creative, and expertly printed materials to give our customers' brand recognition it deserves. Competitive compensation and robust benefits plans are offered. Benefits include: Medical Dental Vision Life and AD&D Policies Short and Long-Term Disability 401K with Company Match Paid Time Off Paid Volunteer Time Off Mittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Visit us today at mittera.com or stop by and fill out an application at a Mittera location near you!

Responsibilities

Bindery Managers oversee daily post-press production operations, including cutting, folding, stitching, and finishing, ensuring high-quality output is delivered on time and within budget by prioritizing and scheduling work across shifts. This role involves maximizing equipment utilization, maintaining machinery, and actively participating in cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and cost reduction.