Reprographics Specialist (Reprographics Specialist II), Support Services

Job Summary

The purpose of this position is to support the department and campus community by producing printed materials efficiently and in a timely manner using a variety of print methods including digital printing (black and white, color, and envelope printing) and large format printing, as well as various bindery and finishing techniques for a polished, finished product.

Responsibilities

• Digital Printing
  • Work independently, under general supervision, to maintain color calibrations, manage supply inventory, and ensure the overall functionality of various color and monochrome printers.
  • Utilize EFI Fiery RIP software applications to maximize cost savings, minimize the use of paper and toner, shorten production runs, and improve turnaround times.
  • Inspect incoming files for print quality, visual identity and graphic standards, and copyright compliance.
  • Process digital print and envelope orders using various paper stocks and envelope sizes, applying image-quality enhancements as required.
  • Evaluate final printed materials for image quality, consistency, and adherence to production specifications.
  • Manage paper catalog settings for specialty papers and adjust feed trays and printer settings to accommodate humidity, static, and other environmental factors affecting print quality.
  • Use design software to ensure artwork is properly sized for blank items used in sublimation printing.
  • Orient and mirror artwork as necessary to fit sublimation blanks.
  • Print designs using a sublimation printer and prepare items for transfer by preheating the heat press and securing the print to the blank with heat-resistant tape.
  • Apply the appropriate heat and pressure for the required amount of time based on the blank material being used.
  • Allow completed items to cool and inspect them for quality and imperfections.
• Large Format Printing and Finishing
  • Works independently under general supervision to inspect and pre-flight images using Adobe Acrobat, impose files in Onyx Production House software, Mimaki Rasterlink, and Flexi.
  • Print Files to Canon Aqueous and Mimaki UV wide format printing machines as required based on media selections.
  • Monitor print qualities, ink and media levels throughout the printing process.
  • Operate GBS Spire III wide format thermal laminator – including loading of media rolls.
  • Install media into banner stand hardware.
  • Provide customer contour cutting on specialty projects and medias.
  • Mount printed vinyls to coroplast and sintra rigid boards.
  • Cut, trim, and finish banners with banner tape, squeegee, and grommets.
• Bindery and Finishing
  • Ability to operate a wide range of equipment including but not limited to automated Paper Cutter, Bookletmaker, Folder, Creaser, Business card slitter/cutter, 3 hole drill, padding rack for carbonless and standard padding orders.
  • Prepare completed orders for delivery by shrink wrapping or boxing, other duties as assigned.
  • Operate Perfecta paper cutter as needed to prepare paperstock for printing and bindery processes.
  • Operate MBM Velocity and Count creasing machines.
  • Operate Horizon Folder, 3-Hole Drill, use of padding racks for NCR and standard padding orders.
  • Prepare completed orders for delivery by shrinkwrapping or boxing and attaching order forms, and perform other related duties as assigned.
• Pre-Press System Operation
  • Work independently, under general supervision to process PDF files and output for digital printing.
  • Utilize pre-press interface software as needed for press operation.
  • Basic Graphic design to clean up files and in some instances recreate artwork.
  • Other classification related duties as assigned.
• Customer Service
  • Provide complex technical support for specialty orders and consultations for cost savings and rush orders.
  • Assist clients with clarifications on paper types and online ordering.
  • Utilize the FileMaker database to track orders, confirm deliveries, and collaborate with delivery assistants to ensure that time-sensitive projects are handled effectively.
  • Other Classification-Related Duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Equivalent to graduation from high school and two years of related work experience required.

Required Qualifications

• Working knowledge of and the ability to use standard PC and Macintosh platforms, their operating systems and applicable software.
• Demonstrated understanding of and ability to operate a wide range of reprographics equipment and systems, including, but not limited to, the ability to operate pre-press equipment/software, high speed copiers (black & white and color and digital envelope press), large format printers and cutters, and bindery equipment.
• Ability to learn new equipment and processes quickly, as well as troubleshoot applicable equipment.
• Requires basic knowledge of large format and reprographics systems and operations.
• Ability to produce basic variable data on high speed copiers.
• Working knowledge of desktop publishing and graphic software and the ability to manipulate and translate media, as well as process and enhance electronic files through pre-press software.
• Working knowledge of campus graphics standards and procedures.
• Working knowledge of manipulating color values and ensuring consistent color throughout the job using applicable equipment.
• Ability to manipulate and set up files and equipment in the production of a wide range of specialized material and media such as but not limited to posters, banners, magnets, signs, and fabric printing.
• Work may require working knowledge of applicable U.S. Postal Service requirements and processes related to standard and automated mailing processes and other shipping and receiving methods.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust and adapt to a changing work environment and requirements including the ability to quickly learn to operate applicable new equipment/software and to obtain certifications when applicable.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• If assigned, ability to provide lead work direction to student assistants.
• Valid CA Driver's License.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plans.
• Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).
• Sick and vacation time.
• 15 paid holidays a year.
• Fee waiver education program.

Pay

• Anticipated hiring range: Step 10 $4,467 per month for qualified candidates.
• Classification hiring range: $3,738 (Step 1) – $5,446 (Step 20).

Schedule

• Full-time/Non-Exempt/Temporary.
• Academic year schedule: Monday through Friday (08:00 am – 5:00 pm), some evenings/weekends.
• Summer schedule: Monday through Thursday (7:00 am – 5:30 pm), some evenings/weekends.