Material Handler

Manchester, CT 06042

Keep Production Moving, Powering the Bindery one lift, load, and move at time. 

Allied Printing Services, Inc. is a full-service commercial and financial printer proudly operating since 1949. With robust sheetfed, web, large format, and digital press capabilities — plus the largest bindery/finishing area in New England — we provide industry-leading print, mailing, kitting, fulfillment, and variable data solutions.

If you’re looking to grow your career in a fast-paced, family-run, and team-centered environment, Allied could be the perfect place for you.

Bindery Material Handler

Support the Bindery team by efficiently moving, staging, and organizing materials required for cutting, folding, stitching, packing, and finishing operations. You’ll keep production running smoothly by ensuring equipment is supplied, orders are tracked, and work areas stay stocked and orderly. Experience driving a forklift will be required for this position. 

What You’ll Do

• Move raw materials, paper stock, skids, pallets, and finished goods throughout the Bindery.

• Stage materials for operators based on job tickets and production schedules.

• Load and unload trucks; receive and store incoming materials.

• Maintain accurate inventory counts and update internal tracking systems.

• Wrap, band, label, and prepare completed jobs for shipment.

• Operate material-handling equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, and lifts (training available if needed).

• Keep aisles, storage areas, and workspaces clean, safe, and organized.

• Assist Bindery operators with misc. tasks to support continuous workflow.

• Follow all safety procedures and report equipment or material issues promptly.

What You Bring

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Previous experience in printing, manufacturing, or warehouse environments is a plus.
• Forklift experience or certification is required.

• Ability to read and follow job tickets, production labels, and written instructions.

• Strong organization skills and attention to detail.

• Reliable, self-motivated, and comfortable in a fast-paced production environment.

• Willingness to learn Bindery workflows and support multiple operators.

• Forklift experience helpful; training may be provided.

Physical Requirements Walking 30% | Standing 20% | Sitting 50% | Lifting, pushing, pulling or carrying 50 lbs. and more.The DetailsJob Type: Full TimeShifts Available: 2nd shift (4:00pm-12:00am)

Why You’ll Love Working HereYou’ll join a supportive team that values innovation, teamwork, and growth. We’re proud of our history but even more excited about the future — and we’re looking for motivated people like you to help us get there. If you meet our minimum qualifications and are eager to thrive in a fast-paced, growing environment, we invite you to become part of our team. This is an excellent opportunity to build your career with a company that combines decades of expertise with a commitment to innovation and exceptional service. Great Benefits:Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, 401(k), 401(k) match, Employee Assistance Program, Voluntary Benefits: Critical, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Holiday, 2nd (12%) & 3rd (15%) shift differentials, Paid Weekly, Growth Opportunities, Employee Referral Bonus, Work-Life Balance, Great Company Culture.Allied Printing Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants and employees are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, military or veterans' status or any other legally protected status or basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Allied Printing Services prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on these protected categories. If you need an accommodation to apply, please let us know.

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