Mechanised Bookbinder

Novus Holdings

Location
Western Cape
Minimum qualification
Matric / Grade 12
Closing date

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In brief

**Overview** Novus Print: Montague Gardens, a division of Novus Holdings, is seeking to permanently appoint a Mechanised Bookbinder for their Bindery department. This role is based in Montague Gardens and reports to the Shift Leader: Bindery. The position requires a competent individual with specific knowledge and experience in an FMCG printing environment. **What you will do** * Be responsible for the binding process of books, magazines, and commercial work. * Perform maintenance on Perfect Binders and Stitchers. * Meet specific job specifications and quality standards. * Ensure that quality control checklists are completed and kept up to date. * Monitor and ensure safety devices are functional at all times. * Set up machines and run jobs according to the work ticket. * Follow all relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and complete all checklists. * Apply knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximising the effective production and distribution of goods. * Manage a team. * Maintain general health and safety standards in the production environment. * Ensure good housekeeping standards are maintained. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Grade 12 * Mechanised Bookbinder Trade Certification * 3-5 years Mechanised Bookbinding Experience * Saddle Stitcher experience is essential (Prima, Primera, Tempo Machine) **Who should apply** This role is suitable for a competent individual with knowledge and experience within an FMCG printing environment. **Deadline** 18th October, 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/mechanised-bookbinder-novus-holdings-ltd-2 Source: myjobmag

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Job description

Introduction * Novus Print: Montague Gardens is currently seeking to permanently appoint a competent individual with knowledge and experience in an FMCG printing environment to take on the role of a Mechanised Bookbinder in the Bindery department. The successful candidate will report to the Shift Leader: Bindery Job description * Responsible for the binding process of books, magazines and commercial work * Maintenance of Perfect Binders and Stitchers * Meet specific job specifications and quality standards * Ensure that quality control checklists are completed and kept up to date * Monitor and ensure safety devices are functional at all times * Setup machine and run job according to the work ticket * Follow all relevant SOP's and complete all checklists * Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximising the effective production and distribution of goods * Managing a team * Maintain general health and safety standards in the production environment * Ensure good housekpeeing standards are maintained Minimum requirements * Grade 12 * Mechanised Bookbinder Trade Certification * 3-5 years Mechanised Bookbinding Experience * Saddle Stitcher experience is essential - Prima, Primera, Tempo Machine Benefits * Medical Aid * Bonus Provision * Accident Cover Deadline:18th October,2026

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