Join One of Canada's Leading Print Manufacturing Companies
Advertek is expanding to Burlington and is looking for an experienced Perfect Binder Operator to join our growing book manufacturing team.
Working in our modern production facility, you'll operate advanced perfect binding equipment to produce high-quality books, manuals, catalogues, and other bound products. You'll play a key role in delivering finished products that meet our customers' expectations for quality, durability, and on-time delivery.
If you enjoy precision manufacturing, troubleshooting equipment, and producing exceptional finished products, we'd like to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up, operate, and maintain perfect binding equipment for a variety of book and booklet formats.
- Read and interpret job tickets, production specifications, and work instructions.
- Adjust machine settings to accommodate different paper stocks, cover materials, book thicknesses, and production requirements.
- Monitor glue application, cover registration, trimming accuracy, and overall binding quality throughout production.
- Perform quality inspections to ensure finished products meet customer specifications and company quality standards.
- Troubleshoot equipment issues and make adjustments to maximize productivity and minimize downtime.
- Work closely with Folding, Gathering, Stitching, Cutting, Shipping, and Production teams to maintain efficient workflow.
- Perform routine preventative maintenance and maintain equipment cleanliness.
- Accurately record production data and report any quality or equipment concerns.
- Follow all workplace safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
Qualifications
- Previous experience operating perfect binding equipment in a commercial printing or book manufacturing environment is preferred.
- Experience with Horizon, Müller Martini, Kolbus, Bourg, or similar perfect binding systems is considered an asset.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to read production specifications and perform precise machine setups.
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a production team.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Willingness to work overtime or shift work when required.
What We Offer
- Competitive wages based on experience
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits
- Full-time, stable employment
- Modern, technology-driven manufacturing facility
- Opportunities for training and career advancement
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Opportunity to work with industry-leading print and book manufacturing equipment
Why Join Advertek?
Advertek is one of Canada's most diversified print manufacturers, producing everything from one-off books to long-run commercial publications, marketing materials, packaging, signage, and specialty print products. Our investment in advanced print and finishing technology allows us to deliver exceptional quality while providing employees with opportunities to work on a diverse range of projects.
As a Perfect Binder Operator, you'll be an essential part of our book manufacturing team, producing premium-quality books for customers across North America.
Location: Burlington, Ontario
Position Type: Full-Time
If you're passionate about producing high-quality books and enjoy working with advanced bindery equipment, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: $20.00-$26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
