Printing Production Assistant

Illini Union; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Illini Union is hiring a Printing Production Assistant to support document services at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. This full-time role involves overseeing printing jobs, ensuring quality, and delivering excellent customer service in a production environment. Applicants should possess a high school diploma and some prior experience in printing or similar fields.

Benefits

Competitive benefits portfolio

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months of work experience in a print shop preferred.
• Familiarity with graphics printing processes.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the production and finishing of wide format work.
• Check and verify files and proofs for correct quality.
• Correspond with customers regarding production options.

Skills

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

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Printing Production Assistant - Illini Union

Illini Union

Applications are now being accepted for the Printing Production Assistant - Illini Union position at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

As the community center of the University, the Illini Union draws together all members of the University with approximately 16,000 visits of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and guests on a daily basis. We are seeking individuals with diverse backgrounds who can help create and foster communities that strive toward this vision. This includes supporting the academic mission of the University by developing environments conducive to student learning and academic success, respecting, appreciating, and advocating for the diversity of our student population, and supporting the holistic development of all our students.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Assistant Director for Illini Union Document Services, performs duties involved with the preparation, estimation, scheduling, production and billing of printing jobs. Focuses on pre-press, wide format and customer service.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for the production and finishing of wide format work on a variety of equipment.
• Assists with set-up of jobs for all production methods of printing and mailing, including creating job tickets and checking files. Check and verify files and proofs to ensure correct sizing, page count, resolution, color and overall quality, etc., and makes necessary adjustments; notifies supervisor of problems with files or proofs.
• Works with other Document Services staff and customers to determine the most efficient and cost-effective method for producing printing orders.
• Performs other duties as assigned, corresponds with customers regarding production options and inquiries, represents Illini Union Document Services at departmental and campus events.
• Maintains files for production orders.
  
  

Additional Physical Demands

Most work will be accomplished in a typical printing production environment, including the operation of machinery associated with the printing trade. A great deal of moving within and between the office area, production areas, and storage areas is required for at least 50% of the workday.

Frequently moves and/or positions boxes and supplies weighing up to 50 lbs. within and between the office area, production areas, and storage areas.

Position involves working under pressure in stressful situations and managing numerous projects simultaneously.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six (6) months of work experience in a print shop.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Familiarity with graphics printing and finishing processes and University policies and procedures.
• Ability to effectively interact with a wide range of individuals including academic customers, union crafts people, and commercial vendors.
  
  

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 0299 - Printing Production Assistant position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 7/16/2025.

• Salary Information: The budgeted salary range for this position is $19.24/hour - $20.50/hour.
• Fully Onsite Position: Work for this position will be onsite at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus on a full-time basis per the University’s Workplace Flexibility Policy.
• Sponsorship: Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position now or in the future.
• Post Employment Requirement: Should you be offered this position, possession of a valid State of Illinois driver’s license at the time of hire must be maintained throughout the duration of the employment period in the position.
  
  

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through the official job board will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Illini Union HR Department. For questions regarding the application process, please contact Illinois Human Resources.

The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio, depending on the position. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity.

Requisition ID: 1031064

Job Category: Technical

Apply at: jobs.illinois.edu

Employment Type: Full Time

Years Experience: Less than 1 year

Salary: $19 - $21 Hourly

Bonus/Commission: No

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Production, Design, and Art/Creative

• Industries

  Printing Services

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