Printing Equipment Operator II
University of South Carolina
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Job summary
University of South Carolina seeks a Printing Equipment Operator II to support daily print production across digital printing, bindery, and finishing workflows. This role emphasizes precise setup, quality control, and timely delivery of printed materials for university programs and faculties.
The ideal candidate brings experience with digital print equipment, strong attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot issues while maintaining high customer service standards.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 3+ years digital printing and/or bindery preferred.
- Strong troubleshooting skills for equipment.
- Analytical and creative approach to challenges.
- Able to lift and move cartons up to 50 lbs.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate sheet-fed and roll-fed digital printing equipment and finishing devices.
- Produce a variety of printed materials meeting quality standards and deadlines.
- Operate bindery and finishing equipment for booklet making and paper finishing.
- Perform operator-level maintenance and follow safety procedures.
- Coordinate production schedules with supervisors and managers to meet customer needs.
- Inspect finished work for accuracy and quality.
- Make deliveries and pickups as needed on or near campus.
Skills
Education
Job description
STA00721PO26
Ancillary Services
Printing Operations
Printing Equipment Operator
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132038
A1 - Administrative/Operational Support
Printing Equipment Operator II
Columbia
Richland
Division of Marketing
MKTG Printing Services
G05
MRB - $37,340 $45,741 $54,143
$37,340 - $50,000
Full Time
37.5
- Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
- Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
12 months
Other
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.
The University of South Carolina is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Printing Services Production Specialist to help produce high-quality printed materials for the university community. This position supports daily print production by operating digital printing, bindery and finishing equipment while ensuring work is completed accurately, efficiently and on schedule.
Responsibilities include:
- Set up, operate and make precise adjustments to sheet-fed and roll-fed digital printing equipment using toner- and latex-based technology.
- Produce a variety of printed materials while maintaining quality standards and meeting established deadlines.
- Operate bindery and finishing equipment for booklet making, paper cutting, folding, scoring, perforating, numbering, coil and comb punching/insertion, and related functions.
- Perform operator-level equipment maintenance and follow established departmental procedures and safety practices.
- Work closely with supervisors and managers to prioritize workloads, coordinate production schedules and meet customer needs.
- Inspect completed work for accuracy, quality and proper finishing.
- Make deliveries and pick-ups as needed in support of Printing Services operations.
The ideal candidate will have experience operating digital print-production and finishing equipment, strong attention to detail, the ability to make accurate mechanical adjustments, and a commitment to dependable customer service. The successful candidate must be able to manage multiple assignments, work collaboratively with others and contribute to a productive, deadline-driven environment.
- Typically holds a high school diploma or GED. Requires no prior work experience.
- Valid driver’s license that can be approved to operate a state vehicle by USC Vehicle Management.
- High school diploma with a minimum of three (3) years digital printing and/or bindery experience.
- The ability to troubleshoot equipment problems and make routine repairs to equipment.
- Able to think analytically and creatively to consider alternative ways to work through challenges.
- Able to communicate both verbal and in writing with administrators and other employees.
- Able to cope with numerous interruptions and the stress of tight deadlines.
- Able to calculate mathematical computations to confirm accurate measurements and quantities.
- Confidentiality and good reasoning skills are required.
- Able to independently lift and move cartons weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Able to safely operate a delivery van.
- Punctuality and reliable attendance are essential to maintain productivity.
Examine work orders to accurately produce the job, verify materials, quantities, and time needed to complete the job. Advise manager if there are any complications or if a process improvement should be considered. Confirm on job ticket, or in the operating system records, time and materials used on job. Promptly update status of jobs in the operating system as tasks are completed or circumstances change.
Yes
15
Set-up and productively operate digital printing devices and various bindery equipment (e.g., cutters, slitters, folders, creasers, booklet stitcher/trimmer, coil machines, etc.). Must produce quality products that pass inspection and maintain approved quality level throughout the run.
Yes
30
Make deliveries and pick-ups, normally on or near campus, occasionally further out within the State of South Carolina. Provide quality customer service as Printing Services’ representative. Vehicle must be operated in a safe manner. Record accurate delivery logs.
Yes
30
Perform operator level maintenance on equipment and vehicles according to the maintenance schedule or as needed. Record all maintenance in the maintenance log. Notify manager of any major or minor repairs that are needed.
Yes
15
Must follow USC and Printing Services policies and procedures. Follow confidentiality guidelines. Support the overall mission of Printing Services by helping in all areas when instructed by manager.
Yes
10
No
Essential
1
09/25/2026
11/09/2026
No
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.
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