Flexo Print Operator

Ntice Search Solutions; Durban; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging and printing company in Durban is looking for a Flexo Print Operator to ensure the smooth operation of printing and bag machines. The ideal candidate will have approximately 5 years of experience, a Print Machine Minder Certificate, and technical skills in problem-solving and setup. This role involves running machines, plate mounting, and ensuring quality standards while managing colour and tension control. Competitive salary and potential benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Approximately 5 years of experience with Flexo Print machines.
• Experience running wide web.
• Experience in water-based printing on paper is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Help with problem solving on bag and printing machines.
• Assist in designing print set-up procedures.
• Set up and run printing machines.
• Perform plate mounting and changing of reels.
• Maintain ink sequences and colour matching.

Skills

Problem-solving

Technical expertise on printing machines

Colour matching

Tension control

Education

Matric

Print Machine Minder Certificate

Job description

Overview

Flexo Print Operator based in Mobeni to operate and ensure smooth running of printing and bag machines as well as uphold standard quality of products.

Industry: Packaging & Printing Manufacturing

Qualifications/Experience

• Matric
• Print Machine Minder Certificate
• ±5 Years experience working on a Flexo Print machine
• Must have experience on running wide web
• Experience in water-based printing on paper advantageous

Key Responsibilities

• Help with problem solving and have technical expertise on bag and printing machines
• Assist in designing print set-up procedures
• Provide practical information for formulating procedures and manuals
• Set up and run printing machines
• Plate mounting
• Changing of reels
• Colour matching
• Tension control (of the paper)
• Print/ink sequences
• Anilox choices (depending on ink coverage, image, paper etc)
• General problem solving revolving around printing, inks etc
• Assist in knowledge transfer
• Be able to handle quick changeovers

Website: www.nticesearch.com

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