Print Production Technician

Are you ready for the next level of your career in print production services? The Department of General Services, Bureau of Publications, Printing Division, is on the lookout for a Print Production Technician to join the team. If you enjoy working in a high-volume mail production environment, we encourage you to apply now and share your technical knowledge and skills with us!

As a Print Production Technician, you will be responsible for performing time-sensitive and data-sensitive mail production activities in a fast-paced environment using the latest technologies. Work involves set up and operating of high-speed, high-volume mail equipment; as well as the delivery, shipping and receiving of materials and supplies. In this role, you will be responsible for performing quality assurance and quality control inspections to verify files have been printed correctly, proper paper stock is used, print quality is consistent throughout the entire run and all work is completed within scheduled deadlines. You can expect to perform hand-related bindery tasks including comb binding, spiral binding, banding, padding, and envelope insertion. In addition, you will be responsible for packing, wrapping, and sealing materials for delivery. You will have the opportunity to function as a lead worker for print production work by assigning and reviewing work, training employees, and performing quality control functions.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 3^rd shift
• Work hours are 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM, Sunday - Thursday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Essential Employee - required to report 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; 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.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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.