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How much do foil stamp operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for foil stamp operator in the United States is $21.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $22.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Foil Stamp Operator position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Foil Stamp Operator, you need a strong understanding of print production processes, mechanical aptitude, and attention to detail, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience with foil stamping presses, die-cutting equipment, and quality control systems is highly advantageous, and some employers may seek industry-specific certifications. Strong problem-solving skills, teamwork, and effective communication help set candidates apart and foster a successful workflow. These abilities are crucial for ensuring high-quality finished products, minimizing errors, and maintaining smooth, efficient production operations.

What are some typical daily responsibilities for a Foil Stamp Operator?

As a Foil Stamp Operator, your day-to-day tasks typically involve setting up and operating foil stamping machines, ensuring precise alignment and registration, and inspecting printed materials for quality and consistency. You’ll regularly troubleshoot minor machine issues, perform routine maintenance, and adjust settings to meet specific job requirements. Collaboration with press operators, bindery staff, and quality control teams is common to ensure accurate fulfillment of client specifications. This hands-on role combines technical operation with attention to detail and offers the satisfaction of producing visually impactful, specialty print products.

What is a Foil Stamp Operator job?

A Foil Stamp Operator is responsible for operating machinery that applies foil stamping to various materials, such as paper, cardstock, and packaging. This process uses heat and pressure to transfer metallic or pigmented foil onto surfaces, creating decorative and functional designs. Operators must set up equipment, align materials, and ensure quality control throughout production. They also perform routine maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and follow safety protocols. Attention to detail and mechanical skills are essential for success in this role.

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Infographic showing various Foil Stamp Operator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% Internship, 45% As Needed, 44% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 2% Nights, and 3% Summer. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,000 per year, or $21.6 per hour.
Bindery Operator 3 - Foil Stamper

Bindery Operator 3 - Foil Stamper

RR Donnelley

Durham, NC • On-site

$24 - $35/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 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
Responsibilities:
  • Set up, adjust and operate a variety of auxiliary binding machines
  • Inspect equipment for safety issues
  • May operate automatic adhesive binding machines (perfect binders) that contain numerous interrelated process stations that are fed collated sheets or signatures and perform such functions as vibrating, milling, roughening, gluing, covering and delivering or stacking completed books, magazines or catalogs
  • Make needed adjustments to coordinate the multiple work stations on a single machine
  • Direct crew though all aspects of production
  • Monitor quality, output and productivity

Qualifications
  • Thorough knowledge of the set up, adjustment, procedures, capabilities and limitations of equipment to perform the full range of standard and specialized binding, folding, collating, and cutting of printed materials to complete a finished product
  • Comprehensive knowledge of machinability of different paper weights, sizes, kinds and colors so as to be able to identify paper conditions (i.e. excessive moisture or curling that frequently requires additional machine adjustment)
  • Ability to use the full range of standard and specialized tools and devices to adjust and maintain the functional accuracy and operating conditions of the bindery machines
  • Skill in making difficult adjustments to powered machines using hand tools (i.e. wrenches, screwdrivers, punches, knives) as well as more specialized hand tools, usually furnished by the machine manufacturer
  • Skill in operating complicated bindery equipment such as folders, cutters, collators, stitchers, drills, binding/gluing machines
  • Ability to read and interpret written work which indicates the number and sequence of machine operations required to complete the work and maintain dimensional accuracy in accordance with instructions provided

Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
The pay range for this role at the noted location is $24.00 - $35.00 / hour. The actual rate of pay offered may vary based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift, and location. In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include sign on bonus, 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 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