Flexographic Machine Minder

**Job Details**:
**Title: Flexographic Machine Minder**

**Location: Midrand**

**Permanent: Yes**

**Full time: Yes**

**Industry: Printing**

**Salary / CTC: R 20 000 - R 35 000 (overtime pay if required)**

**Reports to: Director and Operations manager**

A well-established Company that provides flexographic and lithographic packaging solutions is seeking a highly adaptable and skilled Flexographic Machine Minder. The flexographic machine minder is responsible for operating and maintaining flexographic printing machines used in the company. environment.

**Roles and Responsibilities**:

- Set up and prepare the flexographic printing machine for production runs.
- Load and position printing plates, inks, and other materials required for printing.
- Adjust and calibrate the machine settings to achieve the desired print quality.
- Monitor the printing process to ensure consistent and accurate printing.
- Make adjustments to the machine during the production run to maintain print quality and troubleshoot any issues that may arise.
- Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of the machine to ensure its optimal performance.
- Inspect printed materials for defects and make necessary adjustments to improve print quality.
- Maintain inventory of printing supplies and materials, and reorder as needed.
- Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Collaborate with other team members, such as designers and quality control personnel, to ensure smooth production processes.

**Required Qualifications, Skills and Experience**:

- Matric qualification
- Previous experience operating flexographic printing machines is essential
- Knowledge of flexographic printing techniques, materials, and equipment.
- Familiarity with different types of inks, substrates, and printing plates used in flexographic printing.
- Ability to read and interpret job orders, specifications, and printing layouts.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain print quality throughout the production run.
- Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills to address any machine issues.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and meet deadlines.
- Reside in the Midrand or surrounding areas
- Willing to work overtime