--- title: Print Bindery Operator at Imagine in Charlotte, NC description: Imagine is hiring for the Print Bindery Operator role in Charlotte, NC. Pays $1.7K per hour. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/print-bindery-operator-at-imagine-01a18397-868f-7dbd-b75f-1ef5cd809ee6 date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Imagine as Print Bindery Operator in Charlotte, NC. Pays $1.7K per hour. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/k5pn6s.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Imagine | | **Location** | Charlotte, NC | | **Salary** | $1.7K/hr - $27/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 28, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A- · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** Imagine sponsors H-1B visas. It filed 1 H-1B petition (FY2026 Q1 – FY2026 Q4). - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Imagine. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $52,000 – $61,000 a year (median $61,000). ## Description **Company Overview:** At Imagine we go beyond print to help our clients deliver game-changing visual communications from concept to delivery that set the standard for our industry. The first step in this process is hiring great employees! Our innovation teams are the most committed, highly experienced artisans in the business. We are committed to delivering high-quality marketing solutions, in every environment and campaign, helping our clients capture the heart, minds, and loyalty of their customers. For more than 30 years, The Imagine Group has established itself as one of the most influential and innovative visual communications companies in the industry. Join us and let's Imagine a better way together. **Job Summary:** Performs manual and machine operator duties related to the bindery machines. The Operator, Bindery may include operating machinery pertaining to Folding, Stitching, Collating and Cutting/Guillotine. Shift: 2:30 PM - 10:30 PM **Job Description:** - Acquire the job ticket and review for specifications or special instructions that may impact the operation or setting-up the machine. - Prepare, machine set-up, operate, maintenance of all components of the respective bindery equipment to produce product meeting the quality and quantity limits established. - Review the quality of the product continuously during operation to meet specified job requirements. - Maintain quality and production records to provide specified information on the job. - Contribute to safety goals by maintaining a clean, clutter-free workplace, report potentially unsafe conditions and ensure that the department meets and exceeds safety requirements. - Meet productivity and quality standards by completing work in timely and accurate manner according to the schedule. - May instruct others in technical and mechanical operations of equipment. - Performs preventative maintenance on machinery. - May use lift truck to carry pallets with blank stock and printed paper from loading area to Press area, and from Press area to Bindery. - Cleans up and keeps work area neat and orderly. - Works overtime as needed. - Other duties as assigned. **Supervisory Responsibilities** - None **Minimum Qualifications of Position** - High school diploma or general education degree (GED), four plus years of relevant industry experience or 520 hours as an Imagine temporary employee along with manager’s approval to hire full-time. - Basic computer skills including email, basic mouse, keyboard, and menu navigation. - Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and measurement. - Ability to communicate/understand basic written and verbal instructions. **Preferred Qualifications of Position** - 1 plus years of experience working in printing, manufacturing, distribution, and/or fulfilment. **Knowledge and Skills** - Ability to communicate/understand written as well as oral instructions. - Ability to read and understand written instructions including those dealing with dimensions and quantity. - Ability to apply written instructions to machine set-up. - Strong knowledge of folder operation and set up practices. - Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers and fractions. - Demonstrate a positive safety attitude. - Knowledge of the operation and function of the bindery equipment and machinery. - Must be able to cooperate with co-workers and supervisor. - Reliability through attendance, punctuality, and attention to workstation. **Working Conditions and Physical Requirements** - Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 lbs. - Ability to visually inspect all work for defects and distinguish colors. - Frequent reaching, bending, climbing, kneeling, crouching, and stooping. - Manual dexterity for repetitive work. - Frequent walking and standing. - Chemicals: N/A - Travel: N/A **Location Addendum:** - Chicago Location: Forklift Certification required for the Packsize Operator. **EEO Statement:** *The Imagine Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.* ## Skills - 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