Sign Shop Reprographics Specialist ; Temporary

Sign Shop Reprographics Specialist I (Temporary)

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Work type: Staff
Location: Northridge
Categories: Unit 7 - CSUEU - Clerical and Administrative Support Services, Temporary, Full Time, Marketing/Communications, Trades, On-site (work in-person at business location)
Position Description

CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone understands that they belong to a community that is vital in advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our students and our employees. We have a relentless passion for celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an employer of choice.

You will also have the opportunity to realize your own personal goals and be recognized for the work you do, and enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer. If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place. Learn more: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). .

Major Duties

Under general supervision, the Sign Shop Reprographics Specialist plays a vital role in producing high-quality visual and printed materials for a wide range of campus needs. Working with both indoor and outdoor formats, the role combines technical skill, attention to detail, and hands‑on creativity. From preparing files and operating digital printers to installing completed work, each task contributes to delivering exceptional results that meet client expectations for quality, speed, and accuracy.

The role also supports the longevity and efficiency of equipment through preventative maintenance, and participates in all stages of the production process — from file setup to final delivery.

• Learns and develops knowledge and experience to perform high‑quality digital printing work — including indoor and outdoor signage, banners, name plates, cart numbers, A‑Frame signs, foam core signs, plaques, engraving, paper posters, and other sign shop items.
• Assisting and training in receiving, preparing, and setting up client‑supplied electronic files for printing and finishing.
• Digitally manipulate files as required for quality and to meet client expectations in terms of quality, speed and accuracy, printing, and finishing — ensuring professional results every time.
• Review and check proofs and final product samples before releasing to customers or performing finishing work, guaranteeing accuracy and adherence to project specifications.
• Clean and organize, take inventory, deliver jobs, and perform multiple forms of installation for items produced in the sign shop — which may include on‑site placement and secure mounting.
• Troubleshoot and perform preventative maintenance on sign shop and reprographics equipment, following manufacturer’s schedules and specifications to maintain optimal performance.
• Perform high‑speed duplication work, basic variable data printing, and bindery operations to complete reprographics projects to specification.
• Assist in the delivery and installation of completed jobs, operating motor vehicles or electric carts as needed.
• One (1) year of related experience or an equivalent combination of experience and education

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Possesses foundational knowledge of digital printing processes and sign fabrication, with the ability to learn and apply advanced techniques for producing high‑quality indoor and outdoor signage, banners, plaques, and other visual materials. Demonstrates proficiency in preparing, setting up, and digitally manipulating client‑supplied electronic files to ensure accuracy, quality, and visual appeal in final products.
• Exhibits strong attention to detail in reviewing proofs and finished samples to confirm they meet client expectations for quality, speed, and accuracy. Skilled in organizing the sign shop workspace, maintaining inventory, delivering completed jobs, and performing various types of sign installation, while following established safety and production standards.
• Able to operate and maintain a variety of sign shop equipment, including digital printers, engraving tools, and finishing machinery, in accordance with manufacturer specifications. Capable of assisting with ordering supplies…