Print Production Technician

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of General Services, Bureau of Publications, Printing Division in Harrisburg seeks a Print Production Technician to manage high‑volume print and mail operations. You will operate advanced equipment and ensure timely processing of sensitive materials to support state agencies.

The role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and adherence to safety standards. This is a third shift, on‑site position with essential duties, occasional overtime, and opportunities to

Qualifications

• One year of experience operating print or mail production equipment.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training accepted.

Responsibilities

• Operate high-volume digital printers and review job requirements to produce materials in a timely manner.
• Set up and run intelligent inserters to process time sensitive and data sensitive mail.
• Inspect printed output for data placement, color consistency, and paper use.
• Complete binding, banding, padding and prepare materials for delivery.
• Perform daily maintenance, clear jams, replace consumables, and minor repairs.
• Lead work: assign and review tasks, train staff, oversee quality control.

Skills

Print production operations

Attention to detail

Time management

Team coordination

Tools

High-volume printers

Inserters

Maintenance tools

Job description

Are you a problem-solver with the skills and experience needed to complete complex time-sensitive and data-sensitive work in a print and mail production environment? If so, we encourage you to apply for this Print Production Technician position with the Department of General Services, Bureau of Publications, Printing Division. As part of our team, you will help provide high-quality, cost-effective print and mail services to support the business operations of all agencies in the Commonwealth. Take your print production career up a notch with us!

This position supports a high-volume print and mail environment by operating advanced production equipment and handling time sensitive materials. As a Print Production Technician, you will perform the following duties:

• High-Speed Printing: Operate high-volume digital printers and review job requirements to produce materials in a timely manner
• Envelope Insertion Processes: Set up and run intelligent inserters to process time sensitive and data sensitive mail
• Quality Control:Inspect printed output for correct data placement, consistent color, proper paper use, and successful printer recovery
• Bindery Tasks:Complete hand-related work including binding, banding, padding, and preparing materials for delivery
• Equipment Maintenance: Perform daily maintenance, clear jams, replace consumables, and make minor repairs to digital equipment
• Production Lead Work: Assign and review work, train staff, and oversee quality control activities for print production tasks

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment in a 24 hours per day / 5 days per week facility
• Work schedule is third shift: 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM Sunday - Thursday, with a 30 minute lunch.
• This position is considered essential. You will be required to work during emergencies and office closings.
• Telework:You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Print Production Operator (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• One year of experience in the operation of print or mail insertion equipment or similar machinery used in a print or mail production facility; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

• You must have experience running production equipment.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

In accordance with the seniority provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, this position was previously posted for seniority candidates. Since there were no seniority candidates, it is now open to all applicants.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.