Print Production Technician

Do you have experience performing complex, time-sensitive work in a mail production environment? The Department of General Services is looking for a Print Production Technician in the Bureau of Publications, Printing Division. This position gives you the opportunity to operate high-speed, high-volume mail equipment to deliver, ship, and receive materials and supplies. Take your career up a notch with us!

As a Print Production Technician, you will be responsible for completing mail production activities in a fast-paced environment using the latest technologies. Work involves setting up and operating mail equipment as well as performing quality assurance and quality control inspections to ensure print quality is consistent throughout the entire run and all work is completed within scheduled deadlines. You will also be responsible for performing hand-related bindery tasks including comb binding, spiral binding, banding, padding, and envelope insertion; and packing, wrapping, and sealing materials for delivery. You will have the opportunity to function as a lead worker for print production activities 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 in a 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 AM 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.

In accordance with the seniority provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, this position was previously posted for seniority candidates. Since there were no seniority candidates, it is now open to all applicants.

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.