Print/Bindery Technician - Print, Photo & Media Services (Galveston)

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)•Galveston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform skilled work to completion on various digital print bindery finishing equipment. Provide technical support in all areas of production and assist the team as needed.

Requirements

Ability to learn and perform basic printing, finishing, and bindery operations in a production print environment.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, including print job orders and production specifications.
Basic computer skills sufficient to operate print management systems, digital printers, and finishing equipment interfaces.
Ability to perform work requiring attention to detail, organization, and quality control.
Ability to safely operate equipment and handle materials in a production setting, including lifting, moving paper stock, and standing for extended periods.
Must possess a current Texas Class C driver's license. Completion of defensive driver course within 30 days of hire.
Working knowledge of current digital production, finishing, and binding technologies.
Working knowledge of paper products and synthetic printing substrates.
Possess organizational skills.
Ability to prioritize and multitask.
Self-starter with ability to embrace a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
Quality-focused individual with the ability to be cross-trained in all production-related processes.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision once fully trained.
Ability to train incoming entry-level print and bindery technicians.
Ability to provide courteous and professional service when interacting with customers and/or departments.
Possess basic computer skills, including the ability to navigate print management systems.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of experience in printing and bindery, including operating digital printers or bindery/finishing equipment.
Three (3) years of experience driving/delivering for a Healthcare or Academic institution.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain standard digital bindery/finishing equipment (cutter, folder, creaser, etc.).
Assist with operation and maintenance for Konica Minolta high-speed production, Riso Inkjet, and Oki printers and/or presses.
Assist other print and bindery technicians as needed.
Helps review work orders and finished products to ensure accuracy, quality standards, and completion requirements are met.
Identifies production issues and communicates them to supervisors or team members in a timely manner.
Delivers and/or retrieves material for print/graphics as needed.
Assists in the loading/unloading of materials from a vehicle.
Maintains vehicle mileage logbook on a daily basis and keeps up with scheduled maintenance on vehicles.
Keeps supply of paper stocks in order; counts and moves paper material at off-site warehouse and printing production area.
Provides inventory counts as needed throughout the year to ensure that paper additions and allocations are made correctly in the print management system.
Follows all safety procedures related to bindery equipment, vehicles, and material handling.
Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
Performs related duties as required.