Press Operator II

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Setting up and printing short to high volume print orders on digital copiers, HP wide format machines and operate various bindery equipment to meet production schedules in a safe and the most cost-effective manner that supports the goals of Clayton County Public Schools. Perform preventive and routine equipment maintenance. This position reports to the Printing Operations Supervisor.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists in the daily operation of digital copiers, Xante’ En/Press, HP360 wide format, Xante’ 55, Rena Mach6 and operate various bindery equipment. Assesses all print orders and applies mathematical calculations to determine details and specifications regarding job orders to ensure customers’ needs and deadlines are met.

Prints and packages finished products into boxes, makes labels and seals for secure shipping. Performs cleaning and minor preventative maintenance on the machinery to guarantee continuous optimum running and appearance as needed. Keeps the printing facility and working areas clean, orderly, and in a safe condition according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) regulations. Sets up and operates other printing equipment including, but not limited to, binding, jogging, collating, folding, drilling, laminating, numbering, scoring, perfing, padding and cutting machines.

Trains staff members, as instructed, on printing and bindery equipment. Assists with customer service related requests, answering phones, and pickups.

Assists in the processing of bulk mailings with variable data processing software and mailing machinery. Operates a variety of related mailing equipment, including postage meters, scales, etc. as required by the supervisor.

All other duties, as assigned and required, in order to perform the above services.

KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS:

High School diploma or GED required.

Minimum of one (1) year working experience digital copiers and HP wide format, preferred.

Makes recommendations which affect internal operations of the department as well as the operations of the schools and the District.

Light independent judgment is necessary. Assist in making recommendations toward the purchase of new equipment to better serve the internal operations of the department as well as the operations of the schools District.

Requires regular contact with internal personnel within department. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal.

Requires regular contact with external personnel. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal.

Must be able to manage multiple tasks, projects and responsibilities simultaneously and meet strict deadlines with minimal supervision.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Acrobat Pro and other computer base software programs using PC based computers systems. Keen working knowledge needed in Command Workstation: impose, compose and setting up prepress files for digital copiers.

Responsibility for the Welfare of Others: Constant (Daily) - to exercise the duty of care and protection of the health, safety, security, welfare, well-being, and best interests of the district's various stakeholders.

Print shop setting. Must adhere to safety guidelines at all times.

Light duty - intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. Light lifting or carrying 50 lbs. or less.

NOTE: This is a Grade 18, 225-day position with a salary range of $33,820 - $50,747. Final salary placement within this range is determined based on individual credentials, years of relevant experience, and the guidelines outlined in the CCPS Compensation Handbook found here.