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Job Description

OFFSET PRESS OPERATOR

JOB CODE 02040

Effective Date:	08/97A

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The fundamental reason this classification exists is to set up and operate an offset printing press to reproduce single- and multi-color imprints from lithographic plates. Responsibilities include the assembling of printed materials into booklets, pads, and pamphlets as the workload demands. Operation and maintenance of the equipment is reviewed through results achieved by the Print Shop Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Sets up and operates an offset press for reproducing black and white or multicolored copies from plates;
• Operates special machinery to gather, fold, cut, bind, staple, or fasten reproduced material into pamphlets, booklets, or pads;
• Performs routine maintenance such as cleaning, oiling, and lubricating machines;
• Makes minor repairs and adjustments on machinery using common hand tools;
• Examines job order for all information and instruction necessary to process;
• Washes plate to remove protective gum coating and installs plate with backing on plate cylinder and locks in;
• Disposes of all waste, hazardous and non-hazardous cleaning fluids, chemicals, inks, or similar solutions according to procedures specified by the City;
• Fills ink fountain and adjusts space between blanket and impression cylinders according to thickness of paper;
• Adjusts control to regulate moisture and delivery to plate cylinder;
• Inventories supplies and orders items as needed to meet work requests;
• Supervises, instructs, and observes temporary or part-time employees on the proper operation of Print Shop machinery;
• Uses a computerized printing management system to collect data on time and material usage;
• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• The papers, inks, and other supplies used for reproduction by means of offset presses.

Skill in:

• The operation of offset presses and related reproduction and print shop equipment.

Ability to:

• Work with cleaning fluids, chemicals, inks, or similar solutions using normal protective equipment or specialized protective equipment such as heavy gloves and goggles.
• Observe operating equipment to determine compliance with prescribed operating and safety specifications.
• Perform physical inventories of supplies.
• Make continuous or repetitive arm-hand movements while operating Print Shop machinery.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions in the English language.
• Remain in a standing position for extended periods of time while operating Print Shop machinery.
• Move heavy objects (50 pounds or more) long distances (more than 20 feet).
• Make fine hand movements in the use of small tools, such as Allen wrenches, in removing and replacing machine parts.
• Make arithmetical computations (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication).
• Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.

Additional Requirements:

• Some positions will require the performance of other essential and marginal functions depending upon work location, assignment or shift.
• Some positions require the use of a personal or City vehicle on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
Two years of experience operating an offset press. Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.