Print Shop Specialist

Responsibilities

• Assesses and performs analysis on data, and prepares data to facilitate the printing needs for Facilities and Real Estate Management functions of organization.
• Operates Xerox DocuTech Publishing Series, Xerox 5090 and Xerox 5100A reproducing machines used in duplicating forms, booklets, cards, books, memos, and other printed and bound materials which are not copyrighted.
• Operates large two-color, two-side press.
• Cuts paper and cards with programmed automatic hydraulic paper cutter.
• Operates large offset presses and other printing, collating and duplicating machines.
• Collates materials in prescribed order with Macey Stack Signature collator with offset stacker and stitcher; including, hand collating, machine collating, stitching, and/or other duties assigned.
• Operates large and small presses.
• Operates an electric hole-punch, automatic folder and padding board for hand binding.
• Operates an electric shrink wrap machine for packaging.
• Performs all tasks related to printing and duplicating machines.
• Wraps and boxes completed jobs.
• Packages finished jobs for distribution by mail room or district distribution facilities if needed.
• Sets up and operates large folder with scoring, perforating, gluing and rotary trimming attachments.
• Serves, cleans, and inspects machines and bindery equipment.
• Examines proof sheets to detect errors in position, alignment, page element, margin, trim and fold settings.
• Ensures that printing properties are established in accordance with guidelines and deadlines set forth by individual job request.
• Ensures that all printing request/requisitions are appropriately processed, accurately reproduced and that copies are returned to client with each job request.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Two (2) years of experience as a printer or completion of trade course(s) including, or supplemental by, vocational printing courses; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience having operated high-speed duplication equipment. Two (2) of the five (5) years must have been with electronic, programmable machinery wherein skills and knowledge were enhanced.