Flexographic Print Operator

Job Description

Responsibilities:

Co-ordinate the activities of the Print Assistant(s) and the Make Ready Crew
Ensure all Health and Safety Rules are always complied with.
Ensure both run speeds and waste meet the required item standard or better consistent reproduction of print standards.
Do running quality checks to ensure products consistently conform to all specifications.
Ensure the ISO 22000(where applicable) procedures and SOPs are always adhered to.
Ensure all events that occur on and /or affect the machine during are shift are logged accurately (duration and description, product, and quality)
Ensure that the required machine maintenance is reported and carried out.
Ensure machine and equipment are always kept clean and a full clean to required standards is done when scheduled.
Ensure that all tasks allocated by the Supervisor/HOD to you are and your assistants are executed effectively.
Ensure that efficiencies are always maintained

Requirements:

Matric
Flexographic qualification with RPL (or any other Internationally recognized qualification)
The candidate must have at least 5 – 7 years of experience as a Flexo Print Operator
Running high-speed Flexo machines, ie. Uteco, Bobst, Comexi, WandH
Reasonable Level of Numeracy
Accurate record keeping
Multi-tasking skills
Good communication
Ability to communicate in English including reading and neat handwriting.
Knowledge of raw materials, mounting, colour–matching including inks, solvents, and selection of anilox rollers
Must have good leadership skills.
Must have good knowledge of the flexible packaging substrates.

Benefits:

Salary: Salary negotiable