Assistant Printing Press Operator, Bureau of Customer Support

• DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE

Posted on

08/03/2026

• Full-time

Location

MANHATTAN

• Exam may be required

Department

Information Support Services

Salary range: $60,278.00 – $69,320.00

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Job Description

The Bureau of Customer Support/Information Support Services in the Office of External Affairs has an opening for an Assistant Printing Press Operator in the Graphics and Reproduction Unit to support, troubleshoot, and provide assistance and services. The Graphics and Reproduction Unit provide DOHMH with cost-effective, quality print materials in a timely manner. The Reproduction section produces printed, photocopied, and bound documents, which include manuals, brochures, business cards, certificates, envelopes, forms, flyers, newsletters, plastic signage, slides, and stationery. In addition, this unit produces layouts, negatives and digital output. Reporting to the Deputy Director of the Graphics and Reproduction Unit to manage and coordinate the safeguarding of highly sensitive and confidential records and documents. Assures all legal standards are fully complied with respecting to care, control, and archival storage.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

• Under direct supervision, assists in the operation of large-scale complex cylinder-type printing presses including web presses, performs related work
• Assist in se ting up press for printing/start up press
• Operates multi brands of copiers, such as Xerox, Konica, Canon
• Operate wide format machines
• Assist and operate the shrink wrap machine
• Assist with the mailing inserting machine
• Assist in monitoring operation of running presses, making necessary adjustments to meet job specifications
• Maintains machines, assists in making routine repairs
• Selects and load paper
• Assist in making ink to produce desired colors or shades
• Operates Cutters – sets up machinery, monitors operation of equipment, making necessary adjustment to meet job specifications and produce uniform impressions
• Assist with quality assurance control, making sure that all material in the quality and order is as expected
• Assist with packing the packages and label them accordingly
• Submit transportation request for al completed orders
• Lifting and handling packages and paper boxes of 50lbs

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Knowledge of Adobe software such as InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator
• Analytical with ability to run and maintain productivity reports
• Proficiency in use of a pallet jack and forklift a plus

Why you should work for us:

• Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)
• Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:

o a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.

o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.

o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.

o a tax-deferred savings program and

o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.

• Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.

• Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strat…