Finishing Machine Operator Jobs

A Finishing Machine Operator in the printing industry plays a pivotal role in the final production stage of prints. This includes operating and maintaining machinery that cuts, folds, and binds printed materials into finished books, pamphlets, catalogs, and other products. They are responsible for adjusting machine settings for various types of paper and sizes, inspecting finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications, and troubleshooting machine malfunctions. Finishing Machine Operators may also have duties such as loading and unloading materials onto the machines, performing minor repairs, and keeping their work area clean and safe.

The role often requires a high school diploma or equivalent, along with some vocational training or job-related course work. They need to have experience with related machinery, good manual dexterity, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately. Certifications from a technical school or trade association can be beneficial. Prior experience in roles such as a Press Operator, Print Machine Operator or a Prepress Technician can be advantageous for someone aiming to become a Finishing Machine Operator. These roles provide knowledge and hands-on experience with printing processes, materials, and machinery, preparing an individual for the more specialized responsibilities of a Finishing Machine Operator.

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Saturn Printing

Commercial Printshop bindery

Contact outside service via phone regarding die cutting and numbering of orders....

2nd shift Gluer Operator (M-Th 3pm-1am)

  • Fairfield, OH
  • 4 hours ago
  • Fairfield, OH
  • 4 hours ago

auxiliary binding machines containing several cutting heads, control surfaces or other attachments (i.e. inkjet and mailing devices, case making & decorating equipment, folders, cutters, collators, stitchers...

Bindery - Bindery Operator 2

  • Crawfordsville, IN
  • 20 hours ago
  • Crawfordsville, IN
  • 20 hours ago

Bindery - Bindery Operator 2 Req #2435 Crawfordsville, IN 47933, USA Job Description Posted Sunday, June 8, 2025 at 10:00 PM Our Safety Culture: The safety and health of our employees is this company's...

Bindery Worker- 2nd Shift

  • Beaver Dam, WI
  • 21 hours ago
  • Beaver Dam, WI
  • 21 hours ago

Our client in Beaver Dam is looking for full time entry-level people to work 2nd shift in their Bindery/Finishing Department....

Finishing Operator Assistant - Weekend Shift

  • Austin, MN
  • 21 hours ago
  • Austin, MN
  • 21 hours ago

Company: Smyth Location: Austin, MN Career Level: Entry Level Industries: Manufacturing, Engineering, Aerospace Description Smyth-Austin is seeking candidates who take pride in what they do, love...

Finishing Machine Operator

  • Burlington, NC
  • 22 hours ago
  • Burlington, NC
  • 22 hours ago

Finishing Machine Operator Burlington Industries dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, paid holidays, short term disability, 401(k) United States, North Carolina, Burlington Jun 10, 2025...

Bindery Operator 3 - Die Cutter

  • Durham, NC
  • 22 hours ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 22 hours ago

equipment such as folders, cutters, collators, stitchers, drills, binding/gluing machinesAbility to read and interpret written work which indicates the number and sequence of machine operations required...

Print Production Operator V - 2ND Shift 1:30pm - 10:00pm

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 22 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 22 hours ago

Print Production Operator V - 2ND Shift 1:30pm - 10:00pm Exela Enterprise Solutions paid time off, 401(k) United States, Arizona, Phoenix Jun 10, 2025 About Exela Exela is a business process...

Bindery Operator

  • Eagan, MN
  • 22 hours ago
  • Eagan, MN
  • 22 hours ago

In this role, you'll operate bindery machinery, monitor product quality, and ensure accurate documentation....

(SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT) Operation of Bindery equipment. Technical practices. Use of measuring instruments. Ability to interpret Instructions, Specification, etc....

Print Finishing & Shipping Coordinator

  • Wilsonville, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilsonville, OR
  • 1 day ago

Summary This position will focus on the printing, finishing, and shipping/receiving aspects of sales-related graphic materials for internal print production. Duties will include cutting, sorting,...

Folder Operator -2nd Shift

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Summary : The Bindery Operator is responsible for the setup, adjustment and safe operation of all relevant bindery equipment such as: MBO folders with pile and continuous feeders; Heidelberg/Stahl Folders...

Bindery Operator

  • Woodridge, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodridge, IL
  • 1 day ago

The pay for this position is starting at $21/hr., depending on your role, level and location. The benefits for this role may include short-term bonus incentives, health insurance, flexible spending...

Print shop operator

  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 1 day ago

Are you motivated, customer-service oriented, and skilled at multitasking under deadlines? Join our team as a Print Operator and be part of a dynamic work environment that values your attention to...

#2 Operator in Bindery - 2nd shift

  • Eagan, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Eagan, MN
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring an experienced #2 Bindery Operator for our printing plant team in Eagan, Minnesota....

Finishing Machine Operator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Machining Processes: Finishing Processes and CNC Machine
The first part of this course will teach you about surface finish and how the CNC machine is programmed to meet the exact dimensions demanded by the operator. This leads on to the programming of a...
Machine Learning
Learn about machine learning, the area of artificial intelligence (AI) that is concerned with computational artifacts that modify and improve performance through experience. Machine learning is a...
Basics of Machine Learning
"Basics of Machine Learning" introduces participants to the fundamental concepts and tools of machine learning, including probability density estimation, linear regression, classification...

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Salary for Finishing Machine Operator Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHirePrinting research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Finishing Machine Operators offer the following education background
High School or GED
47.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.1%
Bachelor's Degree
14.1%
Associate's Degree
12.6%
Some College
3.4%
Master's Degree
2.3%
Some High School
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Finishing Machine Operators
2-4 years
41.2%
Less than 1 year
27.1%
1-2 years
16.0%
None
15.8%


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