An employee in this class is responsible for the operation of an offset camera and for procedures for the plate room, plate development, proper flat layout and all other procedures necessary to make press-ready lithographic plates. The operator is responsible for setting up and executing all camera-related operations in accordance with established quality and quantity standards.
Supervision is received from higher level duplicating shop supervisory personnel.
Performs offset camera work such as reproductions, enlargements, reductions, exposure developing, opaquing, masking, and layout and plate development. Provides leadwork direction to other personnel assigned in the foregoing work. Keeps records on offset camera room supplies. Maintains cleanliness of offset camera and plate making equipment. Trains employees in offset camera equipment operation.