Northwestern State University is currently seeking a skilled Printing Master Operator to join our University Printing Services. This position operates and maintains offset printing press and finishing equipment to produce high-quality printed materials supporting university operations, academic departments, and campus communications. University Printing Services provides timely, cost-effective, high-quality printing solutions that support the university’s academic, administrative, and outreach missions by helping departments communicate effectively while maintaining consistent institutional branding.
Ideal candidates should possess the following competencies:
Accepting Direction: The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.
Communicating Effectively: The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.
Driving Results: The ability to set and pursue goals, maintain focus amid competing demands, and deliver results.
Focusing on Customers: The ability to understand and meet the needs, preferences, and experiences of internal and external customers.
Job Duties:
Key Responsibilities:
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Printing Operations – Prepares and operates offset presses (A, B, Dick 350 and 360), producing invitations, envelopes, letterhead, postcards, NCR forms, and other printed materials.
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Darkroom & Plate Processing – Shoots negatives, mixes chemicals for developing, and strips/burns metal offset plates for print production.
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Finishing Services – Collates, staples, folds, trims, punches, and binds finished materials, checking each job for accuracy against instructions.
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Equipment Operation – Runs finishing equipment including folders, perforators, laminators, drills, and industrial paper cutters.
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Customer & Office Support – Assists customers with drop-off/pickup of print orders
Position-Specific Details:
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Appointment type: Full-time (This vacancy is a promotional opportunity for current, permanent employees of Northwestern State University.)
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Work schedule: Monday to Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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Work location: University Printing Services
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
- Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
Antigone Speed, HR Specialist
Institutional Effectiveness & Human Resources
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