Print Production Technician

Are you a problem-solver with the skills and experience to complete complex time-sensitive and data-sensitive work in a print and mail production environment? Apply for this Print Production Technician role with the Department of General Services, Bureau of Publications, Printing Division. As part of our team, you will help provide high-quality, cost-effective print and mail services to support the business operations of all agencies in the Commonwealth.

Take your print production career in-house with us!

This position supports high-volume print and mail production that helps the agency deliver timely and accurate materials. The role requires focus, steady hands, and the ability to keep fast-moving equipment operating correctly. As a Print Production Technician, you will perform the following duties:

• Equipment Operation:
  Operate high-speed printers and inserters to produce forms, letters, manuals, and marketing materials
• Job Setup:
  Review job specifications, prepare print queues, and configure digital printers for each production run
• Quality Verification:
  Inspect printed materials to confirm proper stock, clear images, and accurate recovery from machine errors
• Variable Data Review:
  Check variable print output to ensure data appears in the correct locations and resolve print issues
• Color and Offset Work:
  Run digital offset equipment, maintain consistent color, and troubleshoot production problems
• Bindery and Packing:
  Complete hand bindery tasks and prepare finished materials for delivery
• System Entry:
  Record production activities in the print management system and monitor deadlines
• Maintenance Tasks:
  Perform daily equipment maintenance and make minor repairs and adjustments
• Lead Work:
  Assign tasks, train employees, and review completed work for accuracy

• Full-time employment in a 24 hours 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 7:00 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:
  Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $40,685.00 (before taxes).

• 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.

• You must have experience running production equipment.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

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.