• Checks incoming files for suitability and prepares art works

• Imports files into the appropriate application software, edits files to facilitate and assure correct output, and outputs files in proper format to the appropriate output device

• Burns printables on printing plates

• Inspects output material to assure conformance to agency specifications and if necessary, contacts designers to clarify requirements and assist in preparing files for use

• Utilizes integrated print, media and pre-press workflow software

• Compares completed file to job order to ensure trapping is correct

• Maintains files of projects and printing plates

• Performs routine maintenance on assigned equipment

• Prints and trims large format posters, banners, other projects from Portable Document Format (PDF) files and other customer media; mounts posters on foam boards; applies grommets on banners; and laminates various printed materials

• Utilizes mounting equipment and specialty cutters

• Operates other Print Shop equipment as assigned

• Maintains and monitors supply inventory and inform supervisor when supplies are needed

• May oversee and coordinate the work of employees on the assigned shift in the absence of the supervisor

• Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out

May be required to perform other related job duties

• Functions and operation of computer equipment and large format printers

• Integrated print, media and pre-press workflow software

• Software to view, create, manipulate, print and manage files in PDF

• Desktop publishing, typesetting and graphics editor software

• Web services

• Basic math and measurements concepts

• Safety rules for print shops

• Opening, creating, manipulating, debugging and processing files at the application and postscript level

• Scanning, sizing, color balancing, manipulating and placing images, as necessary

• Operating and maintaining various printing equipment

• Operating and maintaining various products finishing equipment

• Cutting, trimming and operating various cutting equipment

• Communicating effectively with others

• Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives

• Applicable business software applications

• Perform multiple processes with varying specifications and strong attention to detail

• Plan and complete work according to established priorities

• Meet deadlines and productivities requirements

• Perform minor repairs on finishing equipment

• Maintain and set up large format printers

• Understand and follow written jobs instructions

• Demonstrate good housekeeping

• Maintain and monitor supply inventory and inform supervisor when supplies are needed

• Lift up to 50 pounds safely and properly

• Read, write, speak, and understand English

• None Required

• Four years of relevant experience performing electronic prepress duties, using imposition and various Adobe software and related equipment

• Must comply with all California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA) regulations and utilize approved safety equipment and personal protective gear including, but not limited to, respirators, eye and hearing protective devices (HPD), if and when required

• Typical office situation

• Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen

• Stockroom or warehouse

• High dust, dirt, and/or grease environment

• High noise environment

• Work with regular exposure to odors or fumes Constantly

• Exposure to hazardous chemicals, solvents, and/or gases (Frequently Extensive safety training and/or use of protective devices and personal protective gear

• Work irregular hours, weekends, or holidays

• Sitting at a desk or table

• Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions

• Standing

• Walking (distance 5' to 100')

• Bending or twisting at the neck, waist and/or knees

• Intermittently sitting, standing, stooping

• Light lifting or carrying 25 lbs. or less

• Moderate lifting or carrying 26-50 lbs.

• Reaching by extending hand(s) and/or arm(s) in any direction

• Safely use sharp objects and tools

• Communicating through speech in the English language required

• Good distance vision and/or depth perception to judge distances