Print Production Technician

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Department of General Services, Bureau of Publications, Printing Division, seeks a Print Production Technician to operate high‑speed printers and inserters in a time‑sensitive, data‑driven print and mail environment. You will set up equipment, monitor quality, manage the print queue, perform bindery tasks, and record production activity to meet scheduled deadlines.

This essential, full‑time position begins at $41,506 annually and requires in‑state work with

Qualifications

• One year as a Print Production Operator or equivalent Federal/ Commonwealth role.
• Experience operating print or mail insertion equipment or similar machinery.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training accepted.

Responsibilities

• Operate high speed digital printers and intelligent inserters to handle time sensitive work.
• Prepare and program printing equipment based on job specs and manage the print queue.
• Check printed materials for accuracy, stock usage, and print quality; troubleshoot issues.
• Run digital offset equipment, maintain color output, and address mechanical concerns.
• Carry out bindery tasks such as binding and padding; prepare materials for delivery.
• Record production activities in the print management system and meet deadlines.

Skills

Print equipment operation

Job description

THE POSITION

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!

THE POSITION

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!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

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:

• Equipment Operation: Operate high speed digital printers and intelligent inserters to complete time sensitive and data sensitive work
• Print Setup: Prepare and program printing equipment based on job specifications and manage tasks in the print queue
• Quality Review: Check printed materials for accuracy, proper stock usage, and consistent print quality while addressing any print issues
• Color and Offset Work: Run digital offset equipment, maintain consistent color output, and troubleshoot mechanical or print concerns
• Bindery Tasks: Carry out manual bindery work such as binding, padding, banding, and preparing materials for delivery
• Production Tracking: Record production activities in the print management system and meet scheduled deadlines

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 a week facility
• Work schedules include a 30 minute lunch:
  • 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM Monday - Friday
  • 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM Sunday - Thursday
  • 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:Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $41,506.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Required Experience, Training & Eligibility

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.

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.

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.