Senior Press Operator

The Senior Press Operator should have a sound knowledge of the entire printing process as well as technical know-how of the machine that he operates. His role is to ensure that there is proper and appropriate preparation, setting-up, operation and maintenance of the printing machines. He ensures that paper and ink meet specifications and adjust the flow of ink to the inking rollers accordingly. Adjust to manage ink distribution, speed and temperature. In the event of paper jam or paper tear and the press stops, operator is responsible to quickly correct the problem to minimize downtime.

Reviewing job orders to make the right adjustments to the printing machine
Prepare, Set-up, Operate and Maintain the press:
Installation of the printing plate with the images to be printed and adjusts the pressure at which the machine prints
loads paper and adjust the press to the paper size
Feeds paper through the press cylinders and adjust feed and tension controls
Fills ink and dampening solution fountains of press.
Adjust to manage ink distribution, speed and temperature
Adjusts press machine parts
Regularly inspect press machine for any malfunctions.
Performs maintenance task on the printing machine
Performs troubleshooting on minor machine issues such as creaking sounds etc.
Coordinate with the in-house maintenance team for any machine malfunctions
Cleaning of the printing press and peripherals
Train press operators and share techniques and best practices
At least 3 years of related working experience in Printing facility
Familiar with installing different machine parts of the press such as plates, rollers and feed guides and adjusting them to meet the required result
Technical knowledge on the printing machines
Possess good mathematical skills necessary to compute percentages, weights and measures and to calculate the amount of ink and paper needed to process jobs
Certificate of any program in Printing Technology (Preferred)
Salary + Accommodation+ Transportation + Overtime
Yearly ticket
30 Days annual leave
Company medical insurance