Flexographic Printing Machine Operator

Kuwait Packing Materials Manufacturing Company/ Kuwait Packing Materials Manufacturing Company KSC (; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 95,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

Kuwait Packing Materials Manufacturing Company is seeking an experienced operator for a 6-color central drum flexographic press to print on kraft paper. You will set up, monitor color registration, adjust print alignment, and perform basic maintenance to ensure consistent output with minimal waste.

Applicants should have 3-5 years of experience operating flexographic presses, especially central drum CI type, and be able to read production specifications.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 3-5 years of experience operating flexographic printing presses.
• Hands-on experience with central drum CI flexographic presses.
• Experience printing on kraft paper or similar paper substrates.
• Knowledge of 6-color printing processes and color matching.
• Ability to read and interpret job orders and production specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and quality focus.
• Basic computer skills for machine control and data entry.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate the 6-color central drum flexo press.
• Load kraft paper rolls and prepare inks.
• Adjust color registration, tension, and print alignment.
• Monitor print quality during production runs.
• Troubleshoot and fix print defects smudges misalignment color mismatch.
• Perform minor machine maintenance and cleaning.
• Meet daily production targets and reduce material waste.
• Follow safety and quality standards.
• Coordinate with the production team and supervisor.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality focus

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

TESDA NC II (Printing)

Tools

Central drum CI flexographic press

Kraft paper printing

Ink viscosity control

Color management systems

CI drum flexographic presses

Job description

Operate a 6-color central drum flexographic printing machine to print on kraft paper Responsible for machine setup print quality color registration and basic maintenance to ensure consistent output with minimal waste Must have experience operating a 6-color central drum flexographic press printing on kraft paper Experience with central drum flexo not stack type 6-color printing experience Kraft paper printing experience

Duties

• Set up and operate the 6-color central drum flexo press
• Load kraft paper rolls and prepare inks
• Adjust color registration tension and print alignment
• Monitor print quality during production runs
• Troubleshoot and fix print defects smudges misalignment color mismatch
• Perform minor machine maintenance and cleaning
• Meet daily production targets and reduce material waste
• Follow safety and quality standards
• Coordinate with the production team and supervisor

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent requiredTESDA NC II Printing is a plus
• 3-5 years of experience operating flexographic printing presses
• Hands-on experience with central drum CI flexographic presses
• Experience printing on kraft paper or similar paper substrates
• Knowledge of 6-color printing processes and color matching
• Ability to read and interpret job orders and production specifications
• Strong attention to detail and quality focus
• Basic computer skills for machine control and data entry
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• Willingness to work rotating shifts

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with central impression CI drum flexographic presses
• Knowledge of ink viscosity control and color management systems
• Familiarity with kraft paper printing and paper handling
• Experience with 6-color or multi-color printing operations
• Technical training in printing or graphic arts
• High School Diploma or equivalent requiredTESDA NC II (Printing) is a plus
• 3-5 years of experience operating flexographic printing presses
• Hands-on experience with central drum (CI) flexographic presses
• Experience printing on kraft paper or similar paper substrates
• Knowledge of 6-color printing processes and color matching
• Ability to read and interpret job orders and production specifications
• Strong attention to detail and quality focus
• Basic computer skills for machine control and data entry
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• Willingness to work rotating shifts
• Experience with central impression (CI) drum flexographic presses
• Knowledge of ink viscosity control and color management systems
• Familiarity with kraft paper printing and paper handling
• Experience with 6-color or multi-color printing operations
• Technical training in printing or graphic arts