Printing Generalist

Chaffey College•Rancho Cucamonga, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Under direction, the Printing Generalist sets up and operates electronic publishing systems, network printers, scanners, direct imaging and conventional offset presses, and related photographic and duplicating equipment to produce instructional and non-instructional materials. The role produces black-and-white and multicolor materials using a variety of papers and inks and monitors work to ensure quality control and proper delivery. This full-time, 12-month classified bargaining unit position is based onsite at a Chaffey facility or location and requires in-person work with students, employees, and other members of the Chaffey community and its partners or contractors. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; hours may vary according to assignment. The starting salary is Step A, $5,347, on Range 17 of the CSEA Salary Schedule. An excellent benefit package is offered. The anticipated starting date is as soon as possible.

Requirements

High school graduation supplemented by training in graphic arts printing procedures, high-speed electronic duplication, reprographic and offset printing, including multicolor offset printing; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, such as two years of increasingly responsible electronic duplication/offset printing experience.
Knowledge of generally accepted office practices, procedures, and equipment; basic arithmetic; and proper English usage, grammar, vocabulary, and spelling.
Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with the public, administrators, faculty, and students.
Ability to work independently and exercise judgment and discretion while recognizing when consultation with a supervisor is needed.
Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds in a community college environment.
Ability to lift and move boxes weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to pass a post-offer, pre-employment physical.
Applicants must achieve qualifying scores on District-administered Language Arts and General Math tests; qualifying test scores passed within the previous year will be applied.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of experience operating and maintaining medium and large offset equipment and related photographic, duplicating, and finishing equipment.
Extensive knowledge of computers.
Experience with, or demonstrated knowledge of, networked printing systems and high-speed printers.

Responsibilities

Operate programmable electronic publishing systems, network printers, scanners, and appropriate software to produce tests, instructional materials, flyers, forms, reports, and other materials.
Set up and operate digital and conventional offset presses to produce single- and multicolor materials.
Supervise students operating standalone copiers and assisting faculty and staff.
Respond to questions and inquiries from college staff, contact instructors as needed, and provide accurate estimates of materials and time required for print jobs.
Lead the organization, prioritization, scheduling, and structuring of multiple work tasks to make efficient use of print shop capabilities.
Assist in developing departmental procedures and provide input on departmental policy, procedure, and equipment-acquisition changes.
Work independently with minimal supervision.
Maintain digital files and assist with record keeping.
Serve as key operator by identifying problems with xerographic and offset machines, performing minor repairs, or arranging repair service.
Operate precision paper cutters, paper drills, Baumfolders, and other bindery equipment for collating, cutting, binding, and padding jobs.
Order paper and supplies as needed.
Attend on- and off-campus meetings on behalf of the supervisor when assigned.
Meet with outside vendors when assigned by the supervisor.
Perform related duties as assigned.