Bindery Operator (Apprentice) - Calgary

Job Description

Internal Job Title : Bindery Operator (Apprentice)

Job Location : Calgary, AB

Work Type : Permanent, Full-time

Work Model : On-site

Work Environment : Union

Work Hours : Shift (35 hrs / week) – Monday to Friday, 06 : 00 to 13 : 00

Job Status : Existing Vacancy

Salary :

Apprentices begin in Apprentice Class 2 for one year.

• Pay starts at 90 percent of the Class Two Bindery Operator rate of $28.56, which is $25.70.
• Increases to 95 percent of $28.56 after six months, which is $27.13.
• Reaches 100 percent of the $28.56 rate at the one‑year mark.

After completing Class 2, employees may move into Apprentice Class 1 for two additional years. Apprentice Class 1 pay is based on the Class One Senior Bindery Operator rate of $35.59. Apprentices in Class 1 begin at the full Class 2 rate of $28.56 before progressing to the Class 1 percentage steps.

Position Summary

As Bindery Operator Apprentice, you will be responsible for learning to set up, operate, and maintain a variety of bindery equipment—including cutters, folders, stitchers, and perfect binders—to ensure materials are accurately assembled, trimmed, and bound according to specifications.

A fully fledged Bindery Operator performs all those duties and monitors production quality, performs routine mechanical adjustments, troubleshoots equipment issues, and upholds established safety and quality standards. This role requires strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.

Core Responsibilities

Set Up, Adjust & Calibrate Bindery Equipment

Operate Bindery Equipment

Heidelberg cylinder / letterpress equipment

Quality Control

Maintenance & Troubleshooting

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity Statement

Our organization is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We actively encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and LGBTQ2+ individuals.

We are dedicated to removing barriers and fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects society and we are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please contact us at  recruitment@cbnco.com so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

AI Use in Recruitment Statement

As part of our commitment to transparency and fairness in hiring, we disclose that artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used at certain stages of our recruitment process. These tools assist in tasks such as resume screening, candidate matching, and interview scheduling. All AI-assisted decisions are subject to human oversight to ensure fairness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable laws.

We are committed to the responsible, transparent, and accountable use of AI, in alignment with Ontario’s Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence Directive and the requirements under the Working for Workers Four Act. This includes taking steps to mitigate bias, protect candidate privacy, and ensure that AI does not unfairly influence hiring outcomes.

If you have questions or concerns about how AI is used in our hiring process, please contact us at recruitment@cbnco.com .