Bindery Operator

Role overview

As a Bookbinder in the Bindery Department, you will set up and run industrial bindery equipment to create high-quality finished products. The work takes place in a fast-moving, unionized setting and supports the production of secure documents used for border security, currency protection, and government revenue collection. The role contributes to the company’s international work delivering custom solutions to governments around the world.

Compensation and employment details

Salary is $42.66 per hour. This is a permanent, full-time position based at 975 Gladstone Ave, Ottawa, ON, with an onsite work model. The vacancy is already open.

What the employer offers

The organization offers a competitive total rewards package designed for long-term employment relationships. Benefits include an industry-leading defined contribution pension plan with company matching contributions of up to 5%, plus payment of service fees. You will also have access to strong health, medical, and life insurance coverage, virtual and telehealth tools and services, and progressive fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support that reflects different family structures.

From a career perspective, the company describes itself as a knowledge-based organization that provides learning opportunities and challenging work to help expand your skills and experience. Employees are encouraged to shape their own career direction. The workplace culture is guided by seven core principles, with a strong focus on equity, diversity, inclusion, dignity, and respect.

Key duties

You will be responsible for preparing and operating bookbinding and bindery machinery to deliver finished products that meet quality standards.

• Set up and operate equipment used for cutting, collating, folding, stitching, and stamping.
• Fine-tune machines so production stays efficient and finishing quality remains consistent.
• Read job orders to understand required output, timing, and quantity targets.
• Carry out other related tasks as assigned.

Experience and qualifications

Candidates must meet at least one of the following: hold a Bookbinder certification, have completed a Bookbinder apprenticeship, or bring 4 or more years of current, relevant experience as a Bookbinder or Bindery Operator.

Hands-on experience with bindery equipment is expected, including machines such as cutters, saddle stitchers, perfect binders, collators, industrial knives, and hot stampers, embossing, or debossing equipment. Experience with foil stamping, electronic chip inlay, laser cutting, and lamination would be an advantage.

Strong mechanical and mathematical ability is important, along with analytical thinking, close attention to detail, and clear verbal and written communication.

Physical and scheduling requirements

This role requires the ability to perform physically demanding work, including standing, walking, bending, and lifting or lowering items up to 75 lbs. You must also be available for all shift patterns, including days, nights, evenings, and overtime when needed.

Security requirements

You must be able to obtain and keep a Government of Canada Secret security clearance at Level II.

Additional information

The company designs and develops solutions for border security, civil identity, driver identification and vehicle information, currency and excise control, as well as lottery and charitable gaming. It is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the Canadian population and encourages applications from women, visible minorities, people with disabilities, and Aboriginal people. The organization also supports inclusive, barrier-free hiring and work environments. If you are contacted for this competition and need accommodation during the interview process, you should inform the interview coordinator of the support required.