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Collator Operator

Quakertown, PA ยท On-site

$19.16 - $27.45/hr

Sets up and operates collating and/or labeling/patching machines to produce value added enhancements to in-process work * Review specifications and set up equipment that perform forms collating from ...

Tamarack Operator - 2nd Shift

Angola, IN ยท On-site

$21.80 - $23/hr

Sets up and operates collating and/or labeling/patching machines to produce value added enhancements to in-process work * Review specifications and set up equipment that perform forms collating from ...

Tamarack Operator - 2nd Shift

Angola, IN ยท On-site

$21.80 - $23/hr

Sets up and operates collating and/or labeling/patching machines to produce value added enhancements to in-process work * Review specifications and set up equipment that perform forms collating from ...

Collator Operator

Quakertown, PA ยท On-site

$19.16 - $27.45/hr

Sets up and operates collating and/or labeling/patching machines to produce value added enhancements to in-process work * Review specifications and set up equipment that perform forms collating from ...

Sets up and operates collating and/or labeling/patching machines to produce value added enhancements to in-process work * Review specifications and set up equipment that perform forms collating from ...

Collator Operator - 3rd Shift

Osage, IA ยท On-site

$19.20 - $28.23/hr

Sets up and operates collating and/or labeling/patching machines to produce value added enhancements to in-process work * Review specifications and set up equipment that perform forms collating from ...

Sets up and operates collating and/or labeling/patching machines to produce value added enhancements to in-process work * Review specifications and set up equipment that perform forms collating from ...

Sets up and operates collating and/or labeling/patching machines to produce value added enhancements to in-process work * Review specifications and set up equipment that perform forms collating from ...

Sets up and operates collating and/or labeling/patching machines to produce value added enhancements to in-process work * Review specifications and set up equipment that perform forms collating from ...

Collator Operator - 3rd Shift

Osage, IA ยท On-site

$19.20 - $28.23/hr

Sets up and operates collating and/or labeling/patching machines to produce value added enhancements to in-process work * Review specifications and set up equipment that perform forms collating from ...

Collator Operator - 2nd Shift

Osage, IA ยท On-site

$19.20 - $28.23/hr

Sets up and operates collating and/or labeling/patching machines to produce value added enhancements to in-process work * Review specifications and set up equipment that perform forms collating from ...

Collator Operator - 2nd Shift

Osage, IA ยท On-site

$19.20 - $28.23/hr

Sets up and operates collating and/or labeling/patching machines to produce value added enhancements to in-process work * Review specifications and set up equipment that perform forms collating from ...

Collator Trainee

Greenville, SC ยท On-site

$18/hr

Operate collating and finishing equipment. * Ensure all printed materials are assembled accurately and efficiently. * Conduct quality checks to maintain high standards of production. * Collaborate ...

Assists with clerical duties and familiarity with office equipment, answering telephones, photocopying and collating material. Other duties as assigned. Skills required: Ability to maintain ...

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How much do collating jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for collating in the United States is $71.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59.13 and $86.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced in a collating role, and how can they be managed?

One common challenge in a collating role is maintaining accuracy and consistency, especially when handling large volumes of documents or materials. Attention to detail and effective organization are crucial to prevent errors such as missing or duplicated pages. Additionally, time management is important to meet tight deadlines, particularly in fast-paced environments like print shops or mailing facilities. Collaborating closely with team members and using quality control checklists can help ensure tasks are completed efficiently and accurately.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Collating Clerk, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Collating Clerk, strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and basic literacy or high school education are generally required. Familiarity with office equipment such as collating machines, photocopiers, and sometimes basic computer systems is important. Reliability, organizational skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team help individuals excel in this role. These skills ensure accuracy, efficiency, and timely completion of document preparation tasks vital to office operations.

What is the difference between Collating vs Document Clerk?

AspectCollating
DefinitionArranging pages or documents in a specific order
Primary TaskOrganizing multiple sets of documents
Work EnvironmentOffice, printing, or copying settings
Required SkillsAttention to detail, basic organizational skills

While collating involves arranging pages in order, a document clerk manages broader document processing tasks, including filing, data entry, and record keeping. Collating is a specific task often performed by document clerks as part of their responsibilities in administrative and clerical roles.

What are collating jobs?

Collating jobs involve gathering and arranging documents, printed materials, or products in a specific order, typically for distribution, packaging, or further processing. People in collating positions often work in print shops, warehouses, or production facilities, ensuring that all components are accurately assembled before shipping or use. The role may include manual or machine-based tasks, and attention to detail is important to prevent errors. Collating is a critical step in producing packets, booklets, or sets of documents for clients or end users.
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Infographic showing various Collating job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 16% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $147,704 per year, or $71 per hour.
Collator Operator

Collator Operator

RR Donnelley

Quakertown, PA โ€ข On-site

$19.16 - $27.45/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

Company Description
RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the industry's most trusted portfolio of creative execution and world-wide business process consulting, with services designed to lower environmental impact. With 22,000 clients, including 93% of the Fortune 100, and 32,000 employees across 28 countries, RRD brings the expertise, execution, and scale designed to transform customer touchpoints into meaningful moments of impact.
Job Description
  • Sets up and operates collating and/or labeling/patching machines to produce value added enhancements to in-process work
  • Review specifications and set up equipment that perform forms collating from web rolls, label affixing, or window patching to printed or in-process materials specific to the customer's requirements
  • Equipment operated may perform functions related to assembling and perforating signatures, stapling, gluing, folding, or cutting sheets of paper, forms, or signatures in specified sequence to form completed sets or die cut and apply labels or films to paper substrates
  • Perform safety inspections, document problems, and track production during operation

Shift: 2nd - Monday - Friday
Hours: 3pm to 11pm
Shift Premium: $2 per hour
Sign on Bonus: $2000 (applicable to new hires only)
Qualifications
  • Ability to read and interpret written work orders or other job specifications containing collating requirements which indicate the number and sequence of webs required to complete the work and to maintain dimensional accuracy in accordance with instructions provided
  • Knowledge of the quality and machining requirements of various coated and uncoated types of paper stock
  • Skill in setting up and adjusting machines for finishing operations and to refine such adjustments for the weight, color, machinability and quality of paper stock being used and to prevent machining impressions on the printed materials
  • Must be able to calculate distances, clearances, and fits in combining machines
  • Skill in using the full range of standard and specialized tools and devices to adjust and maintain the functional accuracy and operating conditions of the collating machines
  • General knowledge of the collating/label application machines to perform the full range of standard and specialized folds, gluing, perforating and cutting of printed materials
  • Thorough knowledge of the set up, operating requirements, procedures, capabilities and limitations of the collating machine to perform the full range of standard and specialized folding, collating and cutting of printed materials to complete a combined finishing product

Additional Information
The pay range for this role at the noted location is $19.16 to $27.45 hour. In addition to base pay, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include overtime, shift differential, call-in, and stand-by pay. RRD offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance, maternity leave, adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of both a pre-employment background and drug screen.
RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans