Print Services Operator

Print Services, Campus Services

Competition No. 26.04.82

Category

Salary

Closing Date

Casual (less than 35 hours per week)

MSU Band B (Steps 1-8): $20.039 - $29.154 per hour.

May 20, 2026

Category

Casual (less than 35 hours per week)

Salary

MSU Band B (Steps 1-8): $20.039 - $29.154 per hour.

Closing Date

May 20, 2026

About Us

MacEwan University is where caring faculty help people connect their passions to their future paths. Located in the heart of Edmonton's diverse and dynamic downtown community, and on the traditional lands of Treaty 6 First Nations and homelands of the Métis people, MacEwan is known for exceptional undergraduate learning. With its dedication to teaching excellence, informed by scholarly research, innovation, and creative activity, MacEwan provides an exceptional collaborative and supportive learning environment with a commitment to human rights, environmental sustainability, and opportunities for community engagement. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community for all peoples, cultures, and identities.

Our comprehensive undergraduate university offers 55 programs to more than 20,000 full- and part-time students in business, communications, community and human services, design, fine and performing arts, health, humanities, natural science, nursing, public safety, and social science. Through a wide array of experiential learning opportunities, and strategic relationships in the community, we partner with others to produce graduates of stature. Along with a robust grounding in their chosen disciplines, MacEwan students are given durable life skills that prepare them to take on the world.

Opportunity

MacEwan University is seeking Print Services Operators for 2 casual opportunities with our Print Services department. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality digital print, reprographics, and bindery services that meet or exceed customer expectations. Your role is to ensure all printing jobs are completed accurately, efficiently, and on schedule while maintaining cost-effective production standards. You will work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and play a key role in workflow coordination, equipment operation, and customer support for print production services.

Key responsibilities include:

• Operating digital printing, copying, scanning, and bindery equipment to produce finished print materials according to customer specifications;
• Ensuring all print jobs are completed with high levels of accuracy, quality, and timeliness;
• Prioritizing and managing assigned workflow in collaboration with team members to meet production deadlines;
• Performing routine equipment checks, basic maintenance, and troubleshooting including restarting equipment, clearing minor jams, and resolving basic operational issues;
• Reviewing completed jobs and conducting test prints to make necessary adjustments to ensure proper formatting, alignment, and color accuracy;
• Scanning, formatting, and preparing hardcopy originals for digital printing, archiving, and customer retention;
• Performing file setup tasks including variable data preparation, sequential numbering, page imposition, resizing, and basic image editing or manipulation;
• Reviewing and adjusting digital files including PDFs, to ensure compatibility with production equipment and output requirements.
• Assisting customers in understanding digital print production processes, capabilities, and output options and recommending cost-effective and efficient solutions based on their needs;
• Supporting customers in preparing electronic files and hardcopy originals for scanning, digital transfer, and print production; and
• Communicating required file corrections clearly and professionally, providing proofs or samples when necessary to support revisions.

Skills

You will have:

• Proficiency in operating digital print and finishing equipment;
• Basic to intermediate computer skills, including file management and print production software;
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality control;
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment;
• Effective communication skills for customer interaction and technical explanation;
• Basic troubleshooting skills for equipment and file-related issues; and
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team setting.

Qualifications

• A minimum of high school diploma.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a print production, reprographics, or related production environment.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Position Requirements

• This position is on campus only.

Benefits

When you become part of the MacEwan University team, you will enjoy a competitive salary. Our total compensation package includes:

• Competitive base pay
• Continuous learning culture
• Opportunities for career growth

How to Apply

To apply, please head to our MacEwan University Opportunities Page, select the job opportunity and click Apply Now. If you require assistance, please contact us at careers@macewan.ca.

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This position is included under the MacEwan Staff Union Collective Agreement.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.