Perform journey-level work in the setup and operation of offset presses capable of four-color processes which have three or more ink form rollers and larger offset presses.

Under general supervision, set up and operate offset presses capable of four-color processes which have three or more ink form rollers and larger offset presses. Set up and and operate a variety of machines such as power cutters, folders, a variety of binding machinery, electronic composing and image setting equipment, horizontal process cameras, and related production equipment. Positions in this class must have a thorough knowledge of at least one of the following categories: Printer (composition and pre-camera layout), Camera/Stripper, Press or Bindery.

Print varied books, catalogs, folders, forms, brochures and other materials by offset and/or letterpress; print four-color process work by offset and one-color silk screen;

Maintain master plate and negative files;

Prepare mechanical and/or electronic layouts, imposition and paste-ups of copy;

Opaque and retouch flats; expose and develop pre-sensitized metal plates;

Trim, fold, stitch, and bind work to finish specifications;

Clean, adjust, oil and participate in simple maintenance on operating equipment including presses, cutters, and folders;
Perform related duties as required.

There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification.  It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position.

Persons legally authorized to work in the U.S. under federal law, including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients, are eligible for employment unless prohibited by other state or federal law.

Completion of a press operator or lithographer apprenticeship.

OR

Equivalent education/experience.

New Class adopted January 3, 1973
Revise class. Revises minimum qualifications; adopted July 2, 1990.
Revise class. Revises minimum qualifications; adopted October 11, 1996.
Revise class. Revises class code (formerly 3668) general revision; adopted May 10, 2007, effective July 1, 2007.

Revised Legal Requirements; effective June 6, 2024, due to adopted legislative action.