Flexographic Print Operator

Hire Resolve’s client in packaging manufacturing industry is urgently seeking the expertise of an experienced Flexographic Print Operator to join their team in KwaZulu-Natal.

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

·        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’ experience as a Flexo Print Operator

·        Running high speed Flexo machines, ie. Uteco, Bobst, Comexi, W&H

·        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

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by either filling in the online application form or emailing your CV to Hire Resolve at manufacturing@hireresolve.za.com

You are also welcome to contact Rebecca Grylls or Kayla Pelser on LinkedIn.

Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates for this position. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.