LOS ANGELES COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
PERSONNEL COMMISSION
CLASS SPECIFICATION
CLASS CODE 4768
OFFSET MACHINE OPERATOR
DEFINITION
Sets-up, operates, and performs minor maintenance on offset presses and other related reprographic
equipment.
TYPICAL DUTIES
Sets-up and operates offset presses in the reproduction of a wide variety of materials, such as forms,
bulletins, charts, graphs, examinations, class materials, and reports.
Adjusts press equipment to the size of the paper, placement of impression, and thickness of paper.
Cleans, adjusts, lubricates, services, and makes minor repairs on presses.
Receives, reviews, and completes job orders and follows-up for clarification when needed.
Responds to inquiries from customers regarding status of orders, job costs, and related matters.
Contacts service representatives regarding major repairs and service of reprographic equipment.
Checks materials reproduced for optimal copy clarity and intensity of imprint.
Operates various bindery and finishing equipment such as paper cutters, paper folders, collators, paper
joggers, paper drills, laminators, staplers, stitchers, and scanners.
Operates a plate maker and develops offset printing plates.
Assists users in the proper operation and use of standard photocopy machines.
Maintains an inventory of reprographics supplies including paper, ink, developers, and solvents.
Orders parts needed to make minor repairs on reprographic equipment.
Maintains all production records using a computer terminal or other method.
Consults with customers on such matters as type of paper and color of inks to be used.
May operate horizontal cameras producing megalith plates, line and half tone stats and negatives.
May perform other work of the unit during peak periods or in the absence of staff.
May provide work direction to student employees.
Performs related duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
An Offset Machine Operator sets-up, operates, and performs minor maintenance on offset presses and
other related reprographic equipment.
A Lead Support Services Assistant performs lead duties for a small clerical unit responsible for
providing reprographic services and other staff support services such as courier, mail, and telephone
services.
A Reprographic Equipment Operator sets-up, operates, and performs minor maintenance on highspeed programmable photocopiers and other related reprographic equipment.
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SUPERVISION
General supervision is received from higher-level classified staff. May provide work direction to
student employees.
CLASS QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Operation and care of offset presses and other related equipment
Operation and care of standard copy machines
Proper operation of binding and finishing equipment
Paper stock, inks, and chemicals used in reproduction work
Preparation of paper and metal plates used in reproduction operations
Basic record keeping techniques
Capabilities of computer systems, software, and hardware used in assigned area
Skill in:
Operation of reprographic equipment
Ability to:
Set-up and operate offset presses and other reprographic equipment
Make minor repairs and adjustments to offset presses and other reprographic equipment
Meet schedules and timelines
Perform work in accordance with specifications on work requests
Maintain accurate records
Accurately estimate quantity of materials needed to complete assignments
Work effectively with administration, faculty, student, and office staff
Make basic arithmetical calculations
Learn general and specialized computer applications
ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
A. Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND completion of 12 units of course work in offset
machine operation.
OR
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ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS (Cont.)
B. Graduation from high school or its equivalent AND one year of full-time, paid experience in the
operation and minor maintenance of offset machines and binding and finishing reprographic
equipment.
OR
C. Any equivalent combination of A. and B. above.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Ability to move and lift loads up to 50 pounds.
Reasonable Accommodation
Our class specification generally describes the duties, responsibilities, and requirements characteristic of the
position(s) within this job class. The duties, responsibilities, and requirements of a particular position within
this class may vary from the duties of other positions within the class.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Los Angeles Community College District
provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with covered disabilities on a case-by-case basis
throughout the application, examination, and hiring processes and throughout employment. If an individual is
in doubt about his or her ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of a position or possession of any
other requirement noted in a class specification or job announcement, he or she should always apply for a
position and request reasonable accommodation at the appropriate time.
Revised
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