Tends one or more machines that automatically develop, fix, wash, and dry photographic prints

threads leaders (paper strips) around rollers, through processing tanks and dryer, around polished drum, and onto takeup reel. Turns valves to fill tanks with premixed solutions, such... [+] More

Tends one or more machines that automatically develop, fix, wash, and dry photographic prints

threads leaders (paper strips) around rollers, through processing tanks and dryer, around polished drum, and onto takeup reel. Turns valves to fill tanks with premixed solutions, such as developer, dyes, stop-baths, fixers, bleaches, and washes. Moves thermostatic control to keep steam-heated drum at specified temperature. Splices sensitized paper to leaders, using tape. Starts machine and throws switches to synchronize drive speeds of processing and drying units. Compares processed prints with color standard and reports variations to control department. Adds specified amounts of chemicals to renew solutions. Maintains production records. [-] Less

Coordinates and facilitates advertising work flow to meet client requested delivery dates and achieve departmental goals by working with internal marketing teams and contracted vendors. Coordinates production schedules with teams for fulfillment materials. Monitors progress and keeps various stages of... [+] More

Coordinates and facilitates advertising work flow to meet client requested delivery dates and achieve departmental goals by working with internal marketing teams and contracted vendors. Coordinates production schedules with teams for fulfillment materials. Monitors progress and keeps various stages of job on schedule to ensue timely deliveries.

Understands project management workflow and trafficking process. Assumes responsibility for new work orders and projects received. Assigns job numbers and component codes. Distributes work orders to assigned teams. Coordinates print quotes and documents. Processes purchase orders for approval and distribution. Communicates with print vendors regarding releases and proofs. Tracks deliveries, communicates with vendors and client destination personnel, and obtains delivery confirmation documentation. Distributes printed samples on timely basis. [-] Less

Coordinates and oversees activities of workers engaged in laying out copy, setting type, operating presses, and assembling and stitching pamphlets, leaflets, and books.

Supervises and evaluates accuracy of printing and binding operations. Assures conformance to job order specifications.

Compiles and maintains control records and related files to release blueprints, drawings, and engineering documents to manufacturing and other operating departments. Examines documents, such as blueprints, drawings, change orders, and specifications to verify completeness and accuracy of data. Discusses files... [+] More

Compiles and maintains control records and related files to release blueprints, drawings, and engineering documents to manufacturing and other operating departments. Examines documents, such as blueprints, drawings, change orders, and specifications to verify completeness and accuracy of data. Discusses files with document originators or engineering liaison personnel to resolve discrepancies and compiles required changes to documents. Posts changes to computerized or manual control records, releases documents, and notifies affected departments. Maintains related files. May prepare requests for reproduction of documents. May operate reproduction equipment. May prepare reports and memorandums. [-] Less

Operates offset-duplicating machine, photocopier, and related machines and equipment to produce copies of original materials for customers in instant print shop

accepts printing orders from customers and computes and quotes prices to customers. Reads job orders to determine quantity of materials... [+] More

Operates offset-duplicating machine, photocopier, and related machines and equipment to produce copies of original materials for customers in instant print shop

accepts printing orders from customers and computes and quotes prices to customers. Reads job orders to determine quantity of materials to be printed, and stock and ink specifications. Adjusts settings and operates camera plate maker to produce plastic or paper plates for use in offset duplicating. Operates offset duplicating machine to reproduce single or multicolor copies of text, drawings, graphs, or similar materials offset-duplicating-machine operator. Operates copier to produce photocopies of single color or small run jobs photocopying-machine operator. Examines proof copy to assure accurate reproduction of color, centering of print, and conformance of copy to layout specifications. Operates auxiliary machines such as collator, pad and tablet making machine, stapler, and paper punching, folding, cutting, and perforating machines to assemble materials. May operate computerized typesetting machine to set type for printing. May assemble typeset copy and artwork into pasteup for printing reproduction. May receive payment from customers and box or wrap printed materials. [-] Less

Sets up and adjusts photographic print developing equipment according to density, color, and size of prints

positions film in densitometer, reads dials, and records findings on plot sheet to locate defects in density and color balance. Confers with supervisor, quality control... [+] More

Sets up and adjusts photographic print developing equipment according to density, color, and size of prints

positions film in densitometer, reads dials, and records findings on plot sheet to locate defects in density and color balance. Confers with supervisor, quality control (photofinishing) to determine adjustments required to bring print machine into balance. Runs test film strip through print machine to evaluate machine exposure. Removes cover from control panel of print machine to gain access to control shafts and adjustment knobs, using wrench. Plugs electric timer into printer to determine time elapsed during printing operation. Starts equipment, observes timer, and adjusts shafts and knobs to attain specified process settings, using handtools. Locks control shafts of printer into position subsequent to final adjustment to prevent shifting in color or density balance during printing. Keeps record of adjustments made for departmental use. [-] Less

Inspects printed decoration on pottery and porcelain ware

compares printed decoration and quality of work of ware with sample and discards misprinted ware. Returns salvageable pieces for rework. Rubs ware with abrasive stone or wet sponge to remove paint spots.

Feeds furniture composition-wood dimensional panels onto feed conveyor of tandem print-line machines that automatically smooth, paint, and print wood grain designs on top surfaces of panels

removes panels, with previously inserted filler blocks, from handtruck and positions panel on feed conveyor so that smooth surface of panel is up and filler blocks support underside of panel.

Operates tandem print-line machine to smooth, paint, and print wood grain designs on surface of furniture, composition-wood dimensional panels, or hardboard panels

confers with supervisor or reads production schedule to determine panels to be processed. Selects printing cylinders according to production... [+] More

Operates tandem print-line machine to smooth, paint, and print wood grain designs on surface of furniture, composition-wood dimensional panels, or hardboard panels

confers with supervisor or reads production schedule to determine panels to be processed. Selects printing cylinders according to production schedule and installs cylinders on machine, using hoist and handtools. Gives directions to workers engaged in feeding, inspecting, and removing panels to ensure that sanding, painting, and printing of panels conforms to specifications. Fills reservoir of printing unit with ink or stain. Tests viscosity of paint in painting unit by timing flow of paint through porous container, using watch. Pushes buttons to start individual units, and observes units to detect malfunctions. Turns knobs and handles or pushes buttons to adjust sanding, painting, and printing of panel surfaces. Occasionally assists maintenance personnel in disassembly and reassembly of individual units. Maintains record of ink and paint used. May blend stains to obtain color and viscosity specified by job order. May add catalyst or solvent to paint, utilizing experience, to achieve specified viscosity of paint. [-] Less

Washes and dries photographic prints, using print-washing pan, blotter, and wringer

places developed prints in print-washing pan and activates mechanism that rotates pan to wash prints. Immerses prints in chemical solution subsequent to washing cycle to increase flexibility of prints. Dries... [+] More

Washes and dries photographic prints, using print-washing pan, blotter, and wringer

places developed prints in print-washing pan and activates mechanism that rotates pan to wash prints. Immerses prints in chemical solution subsequent to washing cycle to increase flexibility of prints. Dries prints, using blotter, or positions prints on metal plates, and dries prints, using wringer. Inserts prints in rack on open-faced frames to complete drying process. May examine prints for stains and other defects and return defective prints to developing room. May remove excess water from washed prints to prevent watermarks, using sponge or squeegee. [-] Less