What are the responsibilities and job description for the Printing Equipment Operator II position at Inside Higher Ed?
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Posting Number:
STA00239PO26
Job Family:
Ancillary Services
Job Function:
Printing Operations
USC Market Title:
Printing Equipment Operator
Link To USC Market Title:
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132038
Job Level:
A1 - Administrative/Operational Support
Business Title (Internal Title):
Printing Equipment Operator II
Campus:
Columbia
Work County:
Richland
College/Division:
Division of Marketing
Department:
MKTG Printing Services
State Pay Range:
G05
USC Market Range:
MRB - $36,608 $44,845 $53,082
Anticipated Hiring Range:
$36,608 - $53,082
Part/Full Time:
Full Time
Hours Per Week:
37.5
Work Schedule:
12 months
Other
Job Search Category:
About University Of South Carolina:
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Veterans' Preference Statement:
The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.
Advertised Job Summary:
The 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.
Job Related Minimum Required Education And Experience:
Examine work orders to accurately produce the job, verify materials, quantities, and time needed to complete the job. Advise manager if there are any complications or if a process improvement should be considered. Confirm on job ticket, or in the operating system records, time and materials used on job. Promptly update status of jobs in the operating system as tasks are completed or circumstances change.
Essential Function:
Yes
Percentage Of Time:
15
Job Duty:
Set-up and productively operate digital printing devices and various bindery equipment (e.g., cutters, slitters, folders, creasers, booklet stitcher/trimmer, coil machines, etc.). Must produce quality products that pass inspection and maintain approved quality level throughout the run.
Percentage Of Time:
30
Job Duty:
Make deliveries and pick-ups, normally on or near campus, occasionally further out within the State of South Carolina. Provide quality customer service as Printing Services’ representative. Vehicle must be operated in a safe manner. Record accurate delivery logs.
Job Duty:
Perform operator level maintenance on equipment and vehicles according to the maintenance schedule or as needed. Record all maintenance in the maintenance log. Notify manager of any major or minor repairs that are needed.
Job Duty:
Must follow USC and Printing Services policies and procedures. Follow confidentiality guidelines. Support the overall mission of Printing Services by helping in all areas when instructed by manager.
Percentage Of Time:
10
Safety Sensitive Or Security Sensitive:
No
Essential
Hazardous weather category:
Number Of Vacancies:
1
Job Open Date:
04/13/2026
Job Close Date:
05/28/2026
Open Until Filled:
No
Special Instructions To Applicant:
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.We are only accepting applications submitted by May 28, 2026.The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Quicklink For Posting:
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/204718
EEO Statement:
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Posting Number:
STA00239PO26
Job Family:
Ancillary Services
Job Function:
Printing Operations
USC Market Title:
Printing Equipment Operator
Link To USC Market Title:
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/132038
Job Level:
A1 - Administrative/Operational Support
Business Title (Internal Title):
Printing Equipment Operator II
Campus:
Columbia
Work County:
Richland
College/Division:
Division of Marketing
Department:
MKTG Printing Services
State Pay Range:
G05
USC Market Range:
MRB - $36,608 $44,845 $53,082
Anticipated Hiring Range:
$36,608 - $53,082
Part/Full Time:
Full Time
Hours Per Week:
37.5
Work Schedule:
- Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
- Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
12 months
Other
Job Search Category:
About University Of South Carolina:
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Veterans' Preference Statement:
The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.
Advertised Job Summary:
The 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.
Job Related Minimum Required Education And Experience:
- Typically holds a high school diploma or GED. Requires no prior work experience.
- Valid driver’s license that can be approved to operate a state vehicle by USC Vehicle Management.
- 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.
- 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.
Examine work orders to accurately produce the job, verify materials, quantities, and time needed to complete the job. Advise manager if there are any complications or if a process improvement should be considered. Confirm on job ticket, or in the operating system records, time and materials used on job. Promptly update status of jobs in the operating system as tasks are completed or circumstances change.
Essential Function:
Yes
Percentage Of Time:
15
Job Duty:
Set-up and productively operate digital printing devices and various bindery equipment (e.g., cutters, slitters, folders, creasers, booklet stitcher/trimmer, coil machines, etc.). Must produce quality products that pass inspection and maintain approved quality level throughout the run.
Percentage Of Time:
30
Job Duty:
Make deliveries and pick-ups, normally on or near campus, occasionally further out within the State of South Carolina. Provide quality customer service as Printing Services’ representative. Vehicle must be operated in a safe manner. Record accurate delivery logs.
Job Duty:
Perform operator level maintenance on equipment and vehicles according to the maintenance schedule or as needed. Record all maintenance in the maintenance log. Notify manager of any major or minor repairs that are needed.
Job Duty:
Must follow USC and Printing Services policies and procedures. Follow confidentiality guidelines. Support the overall mission of Printing Services by helping in all areas when instructed by manager.
Percentage Of Time:
10
Safety Sensitive Or Security Sensitive:
No
Essential
Hazardous weather category:
Number Of Vacancies:
1
Job Open Date:
04/13/2026
Job Close Date:
05/28/2026
Open Until Filled:
No
Special Instructions To Applicant:
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.We are only accepting applications submitted by May 28, 2026.The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
Quicklink For Posting:
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/204718
EEO Statement:
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
Salary : $36,608 - $53,082