Digital Printer (Plastic Packaging)

Boikago Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Boikago Group in Johannesburg is seeking a skilled Digital Printer to operate the digital printing machine and prepare customer artwork using Office, Publisher, and design software. You will monitor print quality and ensure deadlines are met.

Ideal candidates have an N4 Technical Qualification, strong mechanical/technical aptitude, and experience with plastics packaging. You will work with teams, OT when required, and uphold safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• N4 Technical Qualification or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Experience operating digital printing equipment.
• Experience in plastics packaging environment advantageous.
• Strong computer literacy including image-editing and design software.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to be assertive when required.
• Excellent attention to detail and quality focus.
• Ability to work with others at all levels and be punctual.
• Willingness to work overtime when required and operate with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate the digital printing machine and process print jobs.
• Prepare customer artwork using MS Office, Publisher, and design software.
• Review files for accuracy and print readiness.
• Monitor print quality and ensure standards are met.
• Manage colour and printing requirements for consistency.
• Perform routine maintenance and basic servicing of the printer.
• Troubleshoot printing issues and address minor breakdowns.
• Adjust printer/computer interfaces for different sizes and layouts.
• Keep the work area clean, safe, and organized.
• Collaborate with other departments to meet production deadlines.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Punctuality

Teamwork

Overtime willing

Self-motivated

Education

N4 Technical Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Publisher

Adobe Acrobat

Photoshop

InDesign

Job description

Digital Printer (Plastic Packaging)

A well known packaging manufactuirng company based in JHB East is seeking for a Digital Printer reporting to the Plant Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Operate the digital printing machine and utilise computer software to process print jobs. Download, process, adjust and prepare customer artwork and files using relevant software applications, including Microsoft Office, Publisher, Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop and InDesign. Review and check customer files to ensure accuracy and print readiness before production. Monitor print quality throughout the production process and ensure that required quality standards are consistently maintained. Manage colour, ink and other printing requirements to achieve accurate and consistent print quality. Perform routine maintenance, cleaning and basic servicing of the digital printer. Troubleshoot print-related problems and attend to minor equipment breakdowns where possible. Make the necessary printer and computer interface adjustments to accommodate different print sizes, materials, weights and layout/imposition requirements. Maintain the printer and surrounding work area in a clean, organised and safe condition. Adhere to all company safety, quality and operational procedures. Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure that production requirements and deadlines are met.

Minimum Requirements

• N4 Technical Qualification or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Previous experience operating digital printing equipment.
• Experience within a plastics manufacturing or packaging environment will be advantageous.
• Strong computer literacy, including proficiency in image-editing and relevant design software.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to be appropriately assertive when required.
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong focus on quality.
• Ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels within the organisation.
• A proven track record of good punctuality and attendance.
• Willingness and availability to work overtime when operationally required.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Reliable, honest, self-motivated and accountable.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.