Printer Assistant

Headhunters; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking Printer Assistants for a leading packaging and recycling company in Port Elizabeth. The role involves assisting in production and ensuring quality control. Applicants need a Grade 12 and a qualification in machine minding, alongside computer literacy and a proactive attitude. The position may require shifts and overtime.

Qualifications

• Computer literacy is essential.
• Understanding of ink viscosity and colour matching is required.
• Able and willing to work shifts and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Assist the operator to set up the machine using best operating practices.
• Monitor product quality at all times and report any deviations to the operator.
• Ensure adherence to all ISO procedures and principles.
• Operate the machine when the operator is absent.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness in the department.

Skills

Computer literacy

Understanding of ink viscosity and colour matching

Detail-oriented

Ability to work independently

Proactive

Education

Grade 12 (Matric)

Qualification in Trade of Corrugated Board Printing and Finishing Machine Minding

Job description

Our Client, a market leader in the Packaging and Recycling Industry, is seeking to employ a Printer Assistant to their Production Department based in Port Elizabeth.

This is an urgent requirement and 6 printer assistants are required.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 (Matric).
• Qualification in Trade of Corrugated Board Printing and Finishing Machine Minding.
• Computer literacy essential.
• Understanding of ink viscosity and colour matching.
• Able and willing to work shifts and overtime when required.
• Proactive, responsible, and reliable.
• Able to work independently.
• Detail-oriented.

Responsibilities, but not limited to:

• Assist the operator to set up the machine using best operating practices.
• Support the operator with Abaca and Shopware feedback when applicable.
• Assist the operator during production to ensure the highest level of productivity.
• Monitor product quality at all times and report any deviations to the operator.
• Operate the machine at a competent level in the absence of the operator.
• Carry out all reasonable instructions from the supervisor.
• Motivate, organize, and mentor the machine crew.
• Ensure that housekeeping within the department is maintained to a high standard.
• Ensure adherence to all ISO procedures and principles.
• Be proactive and participative in improving machine availability and performance.

Please note that should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, you may consider your application unsuccessful.