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Iowa Department of Administrative Services Reproduction Equipment Operator 2 in Des Moines, Iowa
Reproduction Equipment Operator 2
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Reproduction Equipment Operator 2
Salary
$37,356.80 - $54,870.40 Annually
Location
Des Moines - 50319 - Polk County, IA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
26-02608
Agency
005 Department of Administrative Services
Opening Date
03/26/2026
Closing Date
4/5/2026 11:59 PM Central
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Point of Contact
stella.sussex@iowa.gov
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Job Description
Only applicants who meet the Minimum Qualification Requirements and meet all selective requirements (listed below) will be placed on the eligible list.
The Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS) – Central Services Enterprise (CSE) is seeking a Reproduction Equipment Operator 2 to support enterprise-level print operations for state agencies.
If you have experience in commercial print services, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and take pride in producing high-quality printed materials, this position offers an excellent opportunity to apply your skills in service to the State of Iowa.
What You’ll Do
Enterprise Print Operations
Operate multiple high-speed, high-volume digital printers to fulfill on-demand and mainframe print requests, including warrant printing and Solimar-formatted jobs.
- Operate postage meter to apply US Postal Service postage to envelopes.
Perform operator maintenance on inserters as needed. Place service calls to fix malfunctions requiring technical support
Set up mail inserter for each job’s requirement.
Make folder adjustments and machine adjustments as needed to ensure the inserter is operating properly
Set up cameras and make adjustments to read integrity marks on the documents for critical match material
Load printed material on conveyor and ensure it is kept in order throughout the run of the job.
Load appropriate envelopes and inserts in the inserter stations.-
Set appropriate job settings for the inserter to pull from the station.- Place stuffed and metered envelopes into mail trays.
Measure placement of address and barcode in the envelope to ensure it meets the US Postal Service regulations.
Maintain piece counts for all mailings being mailed on a daily basis
Prepare presort mailings for the US Postal Service to include appropriate paperwork.
Be knowledgeable of the US Postal Services mail requirements.
Retrieve necessary material to process each job you will work on. This is to include but not limited to envelopes, printed material, mail trays & sleeves and carts.
Operate multiple, high-speed, high-volume digital printers to fulfill customer agency print job
requests. This includes, but is not limited to, on-demand print job requests, mainframe print job
requests (including warrant printing), and print job requests formatted in Solimar.
Transfer print job files from the network to the high-speed printers.
Load correct paper stock into the printer and configure the printer for finishing per print job
specifications.
Monitor job printing and resolve printing issues (e.g. jams) as they occur.
Perform operator maintenance on printers and place service calls to fix malfunctions requiring
technical support.
Maintain impression count and waste destruction log sheets as required by management.
Receive and inventory paper stock. Request replacement supplies in a timely manner.
Possess print related certification (iGENS, IRS, etc.) required by DAS. If required print related
certification (iGENS, IRS, etc.) is not held, acquire certification per DAS direction.
Print Delivery & Finishing
Operate high volume inserter machines to fold and insert printed materials into envelopes.
Operate folder to prepare printed material for review by supported stakeholder customers.
Perform finishing operations including stitching, cutting, drilling, punching, laminating, and shrink wrapping.
Hand insert printed output into large (9x12 or greater) envelopes.
Provide quality control of printed output to ensure it meets customer specifications prior to
delivery to customers.
Deliver output when required to customers.
Operate high volume mail inserter machines to fold and insert printed material into envelopes to fulfill customer agency mail job requirements.
Administration & Collaboration
Fully comply with State, DAS, and team policies and procedures.
Establish and maintain good working relationships with customers, vendors, and team members; ensuring effective, timely, professional, and courteous communications.
Actively participate as a team member on committees, work groups, and projects. Attend team
meetings. Ensure outcomes are communicated to all involved.
Maintain technical skills through ongoing research, reading, and training offered by DAS, the State, and vendors.
Share knowledge/skills and cross-train with coworkers and other DAS staff.
Provide other assistance as necessary in support of Print and Mail operations including, but not limited to Letter Shop.
Schedule: This position will be required to work Monday - Friday. Overtime as required.
What We’re Looking For
Experience operating high-speed or commercial-grade printers and finishing equipment.
Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
Commitment to accuracy, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Note: This position requires completion of a federal background check upon hire.
Why Join DAS?
At the Iowa Department of Administrative Services , we value the essential work our employees do every day. As part of our Central Services Enterprise , you’ll play a key role in delivering professional, reliable, and secure print services that support agencies across the State of Iowa.
We offer:
Paid Time Off: Vacation, paid holidays, and unlimited sick leave accrual.
Comprehensive Benefits: Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance options.
Retirement Security: IPERS pension plan with deferred compensation options.
Flexibility: Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care.
Life & Support: Free life insurance, employee assistance, and discount programs.
Learn more about State of Iowa Benefits here: https://das.iowa.gov/state-employment
If you’re ready to bring your print production skills to a role that makes an impact, we invite you to apply for the Reproduction Equipment Operator 2 position with DAS. Join a supportive team that values craftsmanship, collaboration, and service excellence.
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How many years do you have of any combination of recognized training and full-time work in the operation and maintenance of offset and/or digital xerography reproduction equipment?
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Are you a current State of Iowa employee - executive branch? IF YES - How many months do you have of full-time work in the classification of Reproduction Equipment Operator 1?
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Less than 12 months of experience in the classification of Reproduction Equipment Operator 1
12 months to less than 18 months of experience in the classification of Reproduction Equipment Operator 1
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Employer
State of Iowa
Agency
005 Department of Administrative Services
Address
Hoover State Office Building
1305 E Walnut St
Des Moines, Iowa, 50319
Website
https://das.iowa.gov
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