Printing Equipment Operator II

Printing Equipment Operator IIThe University of South Carolina Printing Services department is seeking a Printing Equipment Operator. The employee is responsible to produce quality products in an efficient and productive manner. The employee must efficiently set-up and operate digital printing, various bindery & finishing equipment. Able to perform precise adjustments to ensure proper operation. Digital printing equipment includes sheet-fed and roll-fed toner and latex based technology. Bindery operations include booklet making, paper cutting, coil/comb punching and insertion, folding, scoring, perforating, numbering, and other various functions. The employee must follow operator-level maintenance schedule and departmental procedures. Work with supervisors and managers to plan workload to meet deadlines. Make deliveries and pick-ups as needed.Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma with a minimum of three (3) years digital printing and/or bindery experience.The ability to troubleshoot equipment problems and make repairs to equipment.Able to think analytically and creatively to consider alternative ways to work through challenges.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:Able to communicate both verbally and in writing with administrators and other employees.Able to cope with numerous interruptions and the stress of tight deadlines.Able to calculate mathematical computations to confirm accurate measurements and quantities.Confidentiality and good reasoning skills are required.Able to independently lift and move cartons weighing up to 50 lbs.Able to safely operate a delivery van.Punctuality and reliable attendance are essential to maintain productivity.Benefits for State Employees:The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.