Bindery / Print Finishing Specialist
TK Print | Full-time | Thebarton, SA 5031
About the role
We’re looking for an experienced Bindery / Print Finishing specialist to join the team at TK Print. This is a full-time hands-on role at our facility in Thebarton. You’ll operate and look after our bindery and finishing equipment to deliver high-quality finished work on time. You’ll be a key part of the production process and help maintain the standard our clients expect from us.
What you’ll be doing
- Operating bindery and print finishing equipment including collators, folders, cutters/trimmers, laminators and stitching machines
- Setting up and adjusting machinery to meet job specifications and quality standards
- Checking finished work for quality, spotting and fixing issues
- Monitoring production runs for consistency
- Carrying out routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment
- Packing and preparing finished jobs for dispatch
- Keeping accurate production and material records
- Following health & safety procedures and keeping a clean, organised work area
- Working closely with the production team to keep jobs moving smoothly
- Troubleshooting equipment issues and escalating when needed
What we’re looking for
- Proven experience in bindery / print finishing, ideally in a commercial print environment
- Solid experience running folders, collators, cutters/trimmers and stitching equipment
- Strong attention to detail and a genuine focus on quality
- Good understanding of different binding and finishing techniques
- Ability to read and follow job tickets and production specs accurately
- Mechanical aptitude and practical problem-solving skills
- Physically capable of manual handling and working in a production environment
- Reliable, punctual and a solid work ethic
- Team player with clear communication skills
- Strong health & safety awareness
Highly regarded: Experience operating a foiling machine (or willingness and ability to quickly learn one) will be viewed very favourably. Relevant qualifications or certifications in bindery/finishing operations are a plus but not essential.
What we offer
Competitive pay aligned with industry standards, ongoing skills development, a secure and well-maintained workshop, and a team-oriented team environment where good work is recognised. We’re a practical, no-nonsense workplace that values reliability and quality.
About us
TK Print is an established Adelaide printer delivering high-quality offset and digital print plus a full range of finishing services (including foiling, embossing and die-cutting). We’ve been around a long time, we take pride in the work, and we look after our people.
How to apply
If this sounds like you, apply via Seek with your CV and a short cover note outlining your relevant experience. Alternatively email
[email protected].
We look forward to hearing from you.
📌 Bindery / Print Finishing (Thebarton)
🏢 TK Print
📍 Thebarton