PRINTER

State of Arkansas•Little Rock, AR

5d•$43,088 - $63,770

About The Position

The Printer operates and maintains high-volume printing equipment in a state government facility, producing printed materials for state departments, agencies, and public functions. The role includes setting up and adjusting machines to job specifications, monitoring print quality and performance, troubleshooting equipment issues, and completing document-finishing and distribution tasks. The Printer also maintains job and supply records, supports efficient order processing, and helps oversee facility needs such as inventory and vendor service calls.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Knowledge of printing equipment and machinery, including high-speed printers, copiers, and finishing devices.
Understanding of paper types, ink, toner, and printing technologies.
Ability to interpret print job specifications and apply appropriate machine settings.
Skill in setting up and calibrating printing machines, including adjusting feed systems, paper paths, and ink levels.
Ability to perform precise document-finishing tasks while maintaining consistent output.
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects with varying deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating printers, copiers, scanners, and reproduction equipment.
Experience managing inventory, supplies, and material distribution.
Experience organizing, storing, and retrieving records and documents.
Experience with warehouse operations, shipping, receiving, and customer service.

Responsibilities

Manage job site operations and fulfill incoming print orders efficiently.
Operate, set up, load, and adjust printing equipment according to job specifications, including paper size, paper type, and ink color.
Monitor print jobs and troubleshoot paper jams, ink problems, and mechanical malfunctions.
Perform quality-control checks to ensure accuracy, color, and clarity meet established standards.
Complete jobs within required timeframes and prioritize work based on urgency and volume.
Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of printing machines and related equipment.
Troubleshoot minor machinery issues, perform minor repairs, and replace parts as needed.
Perform finishing tasks such as folding, binding, stapling, trimming, cutting, and collating.
Sort, package, label, and organize completed materials for distribution using economical distribution methods for DHS.
Contact users to verify job requirements when necessary.
Maintain accurate records of job specifications, quantities, costs, completion times, supply usage, and issues encountered.
Generate monthly reports to assist the administrative team with billing.
Track supplies and inventory, oversee facility needs, and place vendor service calls for machine repairs.