Copy Center Equipment Operator

Job Description

COPY CENTER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Req #: 247318 Department: CREATIVE COMMUNICATIONS Job Location: Seattle Campus Posting Date: 06/25/2025 Closing Info: Closes On 07/05/2025 Salary: $3688.00 - $4561.00 per month Other Compensation: Union Position: Yes Shift: First Shift Benefits: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Creative Communications has an outstanding opportunity for a Copy Center Equipment Operator (Copy Center Equipment Operator 3 NE S SEIU 925 Non Supv)
Basic Functions and Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Copy Center Supervisor and general policies and operating
procedures of Copy Services, this position will have the following responsibilities: Operate
networked high-speed digital copier/printers; may also operate digital color copy
equipment. Work with PCs and Mac Computers; manipulate files using a variety of
software; work closely with clients regarding these files. Schedule and maintain
production on equipment; operate small bindery equipment and any other peripheral
equipment. Assist supervisor in maintaining inventory, restocking supplies in center and
completing appropriate paperwork. Assist in leading and training student/hourly
employees. Work collaboratively on a dynamic team, using Lean for continuous
improvement. Provide customers with outstanding customer service. This position
requires the ability to work with a variety of people and to work under pressure while
maintaining a positive public service attitude.
Incumbent may be called upon to work overtime during peak work periods.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:
Perform High Speed Production on digital equipment:
Operate networked digital high-speed black and white equipment, maintaining production
and completing customer requests in a timely manner
Operate digital color copier, maintain production and complete customer requests
promptly
Operate various programs on PCs and Mac Computers Work with files from the FTP site, email,
or customer disk
Work to educate client on best method for transferring files
Will be required to run complex and complicated jobs, in addition to routine requests.
May lead the work of others
Post Production and Operating Peripheral Equipment (may include any of the following):
Pad completed orders (fan pad, glue pad, etc.)
Set up, adjust, and operate fold and saddle stitch machine
Operate tape, comb and/or coil binding equipment
Prepare materials for shipping to Publications Services for bindery completion
Operate cutter Operate laminator
Box, wrap, and label completed orders
Contact customer for pick-up and/or arrange for delivery
Other duties as needed.
Supervision Received :
Supervised by the Copy Center Supervisor.
Supervision Exercised :
None.
Minimum Qualifications :
High school graduation or GED certificate plus one year of experience in a high-speed photocopy production environment.
Desirable Qualifications :
Certificate customer service experience
Digital technology skills, including experience with on MAC's and/ or PCs and ability to use/ manipulate files on a variety of software programs
Must be able to life up to 50 lbs and push/pull up to 100lbs
Experience in Wide Format shop or cut size digital print environment
Use of PACE Mangement Information System or EPS' Market Direct Storefront

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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