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Finisher

KDM

Job Location:

Cincinnati, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 21 August 2026 (2 days ago)

Application Deadline: 18 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Finisher

KDM Job Description

Job Title: Finisher

Reports To: Operations Manager

Department: Cutting / Finishing & Bindery

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Level: Mid

Location: Cincinnati OH

About KDM

KDM is a full-service print and point-of-purchase (POP) display company partnering with brands and retailers to design produce and deliver custom in-store marketing solutions. From concept through production and fulfillment we help our clients bring their brands to life at retail.

Core Values

KDM Team Members are Customer Centric in all our actions through Empowerment and Nimble Team Members who are Accountable to each other.

C Customer Centric: Provide quality and quick response to our external and internal customers.
A Accountable for our own actions and to the Team and Customer taking ownership of our actions.
N Nimble in our thinking and ability to change the flow to meet our customers needs.
D Can Do! Yes We are KDM! Taking Pride in our work and the company.
O Our Team Members are Empowered to make decisions to support KDMs Customers and other Team Members in order to achieve our collective goals.

Position Summary

The Finisher runs various machines in the finishing and bindery department to a level that meets or exceeds department expectations for quality speed and productivity.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Key Responsibilities

Machine Operation & Finishing

Operating all equipment in the area of responsibility including but not limited to: cutters die cutters laminators saddle stitcher folders gluer padding shrink wrapper drill press coil bind punch sewing machine and grommet machine.
Completing multiple bindery and finishing processes to acceptable standards of quality and speed.
Reading job tickets thoroughly and interpreting job task requirements before starting.
Entering data collection properly.
Inspecting each piece for Quality Control.
Performing and completing all tasks assigned in a timely manner.
Maintaining a safe and clean working area at all times.
Storing all materials in a manner that promotes cleanliness and organization.
Using supplies in a cost-effective manner.
Adhering to all productivity SOP safety 6S and PPE requirements.
Performing and completing all other work duties as assigned including assisting in other departments as needed.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Finishing Quality Rate: Achieve a defect-free output rate of 97% or higher across all finishing and bindery processes as verified by QC inspection.
On-Time Job Completion: Complete assigned finishing tasks within the timeframes specified on the job ticket targeting an on-time rate of 95% or higher.
Data Entry Accuracy: Maintain 99% accuracy in production data collection entries to ensure reliable job costing and reporting.
Material & Supply Efficiency: Keep finishing material waste and supply usage within the per-job tolerances established by the Operations Manager.
Safety Compliance: Zero recordable safety incidents per quarter with full adherence to PPE requirements SOP guidelines and 6S area standards at all times.

Required Skills & Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats; ability to present to small and medium-sized groups.
Basic math skills including ability to compute rate ratio and percent.
Basic computer knowledge and Microsoft Office skills.
Working knowledge of computer functions for equipment setup and job costing.
Ability to operate finishing and bindery equipment safely and efficiently.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality control.

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED required.
One to two years of finishing bindery or related production experience required.

Preferred

Point-of-purchase printing experience preferred.

What We Offer

Competitive pay based on experience.
Health dental and vision insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Paid time off and holidays.
A collaborative team-oriented culture with a company that takes pride in its work and its people.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment (ADA)

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

Regularly required to stand walk use hands to handle equipment reach talk and hear.
Must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds; occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision distance vision color vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

This position works in a clean fast-paced high-efficiency manufacturing environment.
May be required to work near moving mechanical parts.
Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is provided where necessary.
Position is required to meet established standards/rates for the particular process being performed.
Travel requirements: up to 20% overnight travel.

Acknowledgements

We have discussed this form and agree that it is a fair and accurate description of the responsibilities and expectations of this position.

Employee Signature: Date:

Supervisor Signature: Date:

KDM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status.

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