The equipment set up, operation and adjustment is performed after the operator has considered the quality, background color, document size, and document paper weight. The operator sets the controls to correct exposure time, reduction or enlargement percentage, number of exposures, lens aperture setting, and light sources positions on a Dual Platemaker. The offset duplicating plate is then manually chemically treated and manually attached to an offset duplicating press. The employee determines the corrective action to be taken after considering the problem, type of equipment, possible causes, and past experience in operating such equipment. The purpose of the work is to provide reproduction service.
Performance affects the quality and timeliness of the service to users.
Contacts are primarily with the supervisor and co-workers. Must be able to work in a standing position for extended periods of time. Work is performed in an equipment operating environment. The work usually involves moderate risks and discomforts which require special safety precautions while operating and working around the equipment, e.g., paper cuts, grease, paper dust, machine noise, chemical odors, and subdued and strobe lighting. This position is non-exempt from coverage under the Fair Labor Standards Act.