Assistant Printing Press Operator, Bureau of Customer Support

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan Forgiveness

Premium-free health insurance

Public pension

Tax-deferred savings

Worksite Wellness Program

Work From Home Policy

Job summary

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is seeking an Assistant Printing Press Operator to support the Graphics and Reproduction Unit. You will help operate cylinder-type presses, set up for runs, monitor performance, and assist with mailing inserts and packaging tasks.

Ability to lift 50 lbs and work under supervision is required. Preferred skills include experience with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Three years of satisfactory full-time experience operating a cylinder-type printing press.

Responsibilities

• Operate large-scale cylinder-type printing presses under supervision.
• Set up press for printing/startup and adjust to job specs.
• Maintain and repair press equipment and monitor quality of output.
• Load paper, mix inks, and ensure color accuracy.
• Operate wide format machines and related post-print processes.
• Assist with packaging and transportation logistics.
• Lift and move packages and paper boxes up to 50 lbs.

Skills

Adobe InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Pallet jack

Forklift

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cylinders printing press

Job description

Assistant Printing Press Operator, Bureau of Customer Support

• Full-time
• Agency: DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE
• Job Category: Administration & Human Resources
• Salary Band: $60,000 to $70,000
• Compensation: USD 60,278 - USD 69,320

The Bureau of Customer Support/Information Support Services in the Office of External Affairs has an opening for an Assistant Printing Press Operator in the Graphics and Reproduction Unit to support, troubleshoot, and provide assistance and services. The Graphics and Reproduction Unit provide DOHMH with cost-effective, quality print materials in a timely manner. The Reproduction section produces printed, photocopied, and bound documents, which include manuals, brochures, business cards, certificates, envelopes, forms, flyers, newsletters, plastic signage, slides, and stationery. In addition, this unit produces layouts, negatives and digital output. Reporting to the Deputy Director of the Graphics and Reproduction Unit to manage and coordinate the safeguarding of highly sensitive and confidential records and documents. Assures all legal standards are fully complied with respecting to care, control, and archival storage.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

• Under direct supervision, assists in the operation of large-scale complex cylinder-type printing presses including web presses, performs related work
• Assist in se ting up press for printing/start up press
• Operates multi brands of copiers, such as Xerox, Konica, Canon
• Operate wide format machines
• Assist and operate the shrink wrap machine
• Assist with the mailing inserting machine
• Assist in monitoring operation of running presses, making necessary adjustments to meet job specifications
• Maintains machines, assists in making routine repairs
• Selects and load paper
• Assist in making ink to produce desired colors or shades
• Operates Cutters – sets up machinery, monitors operation of equipment, making necessary adjustment to meet job specifications and produce uniform impressions
• Assist with quality assurance control, making sure that all material in the quality and order is as expected
• Assist with packing the packages and label them accordingly
• Submit transportation request for al completed orders
• Lifting and handling packages and paper boxes of 50lbs

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Knowledge of Adobe software such as InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator
• Analytical with ability to run and maintain productivity reports
• Proficiency in use of a pallet jack and forklift a plus

Why you should work for us:

• Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)
• Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
  • a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
  • additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
  • a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
  • a tax-deferred savings program and
  • a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
• Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
• Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, and mental health and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1821 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.

Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!

Commitment to Equity:

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at [e-mail] or 347-396-6549.

ASSISTANT PRINTING PRESS OPERA - 92122

• 1. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and three years of satisfactory full-time experience operating a cylinder-type printing press using the offset-press printing process; or
• 2. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.