Print Production Technician

Join the Department of General Services as a Print Production Technician and help keep essential materials moving. This position's primary responsibility is to perform complex time-sensitive and data sensitive work in a mail production environment that involves the operation of high-speed, high-volume mail equipment; as well as the delivery, shipping and receiving of materials and supplies. If you excel in fast-paced work with modern print technology and a strong team-focused environment, this is the opportunity for you!

This position supports a busy production setting where printed materials must be accurate, timely, and ready for distribution. As a Print Production Technician, you will perform the following duties:

• Printer Operation: Operate high speed printers and inserters to produce forms, letters, manuals, brochures, and other printed materials
• Job Setup: Prepare and program digital printers by reviewing job specifications and releasing work from the print queue
• Quality Checks: Perform quality assurance reviews to confirm correct printing, proper stock usage, and consistent output throughout each run
• Data Accuracy: Inspect variable print data to ensure information appears in the correct locations and resolve print issues
• Bindery Tasks: Complete hand-based tasks such as comb binding, spiral binding, banding, padding, and packing materials for delivery
• Equipment Care: Maintain digital equipment by performing daily maintenance, clearing jams, changing supplies, and making minor adjustments

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 24 hour per day, 5 days a week facility
• Work schedules include a 30 minute lunch:
  • 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM Monday - Friday
  • 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM Monday - Friday
  • 11:00 PM to 07:00 AM Sunday - Thursday
• 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: 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 (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.

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.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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.