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Bindery Operator

United States, Houston · Job Posted March 19, 2026
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Job Description

One of our major oil and gas clients is seeking a Bindery Operator to work on a 12 - month assignment in their facilities in Houston, TX.

Job Responsibility

  • Produces printed products using various digital print technologies such as Xerox and Ricoh
  • Effectively operates the digital print and bindery equipment installed within the production environment such as B&W and MICR print production environment
  • Sets up and operates digital printers and all other production equipment in accordance with SOP instructions
  • Retrieves and loads correct paper/check stock
  • Locates, validates and uploads production files
  • Monitors production for quality and accuracy in accordance with SOP and quality procedures
  • Reads information from work tickets/spec sheets, acquires needed materials, loads equipment with product and print files
  • Monitors stock within production area and initiate timely requests for replenishment
  • Calibrates the digital press(s) at a minimum at the beginning of each shift for MICR equipment
  • Accountable for daily care and maintenance of equipment as directed or provided by the equipment manufacturer
  • Assists in other areas of the production environment including Automated Inserting
  • Must able to troubleshoot and resolve computer and printing issues
  • Operates with a SAFE working aptitude
  • Must able to maintain the highest level of publishing confidentiality prior to corporate and departmental announcements

Requirements

  • Must be able to stand/walk to monitor input and output of equipment and perform the essential functions of the job for a minimum of 8 hours
  • Intermediate level, typically 3-5 years of experience
  • Moving towards full competency
  • Requires a broader, general understanding of discipline
  • Identifies problems and develops potential solutions
  • Makes decisions within well defined parameters

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