Title: Senior Bindery Operator

Employee Classification: Senior Bindery Operator

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Univ Brand Strategy & Comm

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Univ Brand Strategy & Comm

Department: UNT-PDS - Printing & Distribution-181200

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible.

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

As the chief communications organization for the University of North Texas, the Division of University Brand Strategy and Communications (UBSC) collaborates with internal and external partners to:

• Advance and protect UNT’s institutional identity and reputation.
• Reinforce and grow UNT’s brand in graphics, images and words.
• Increase UNT’s visibility in public and in the higher education marketplace.
• Support UNT’s student recruitment, retention and graduation goals.
• Strengthen UNT’s relevance and value to key audiences, including alumni, donors, faculty and staff members, and encourage community engagement.

Position Overview

This position is responsible for performing advanced skilled finishing tasks in printing or bindery. Duties include setting up, operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining complex equipment. Additional duties may include assisting with overseeing production runs including scheduling and assigning work. Duties and tasks are frequently nonroutine. Resolves most questions, including some where only limited standardization exists. Refers only the most complex issues to higher levels.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma and three years' of bindery services experience. Substitution of education for experience allowed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Skill in the operation of related bindery equipment. Excellent time management and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of the functions and capabilities of bindery equipment.
• Knowledge of methods, techniques, and equipment used in the bindery processes. Has a keen eye for quality control and be able to identify errors.
• Ability to quickly detect mechanical malfunctioning of bindery equipment. Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to make computations and tabulations Knowledge of appropriate safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.

Preferred Qualifications

None

Required License/Registration/Certifications

None

Job Duties:

• Operates equipment efficiently and accurately.
• Interprets and works from dummy, furnished sample or customer approved proof.
• Understands and carries out oral and written instructions. Performs without supervision when necessary. Communicates in a clear and professional manner.
• Understands and follows procedures for production within the different departmental areas.
• Operates multiple pieces of equipment satisfactorily.
• Maintains accurate time and production records.
• Follows department procedures for location, use and storage of press/bindery supplies and equipment. Maintains good attendance and punctuality. Knowledge of university and departmental policies and procedures as related to job performance.
• Operates equipment with minimal spoilage, quality conscious at all times. Maintains equipment properly, performing scheduled preventative maintenance. Performs minor repairs to equipment when needed.
• Organizes projects and sets priorities in order to carry out assigned tasks in a timely manner. Seeks to improve professional development through educational and professional training. Maintains good driving record and appropriate license.
• Demonstrates a willingness to be a team player and maintains good relations with coworkers, customers and vendors. Promotes the university in all job-related areas.
• Maintains equipment for safe operation by keeping guards in place. Follows safety rules when handling chemicals. Correct or contact appropriate persons to correct all unsafe equipment or situations.

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.